Justice Kavanaugh’s record, however, is built on his belief that the Constitution should be interpreted as it was written in the 18th century, before women, African Americans or working people had codified rights — before these Americans had access to the public square. Our collective civil and human rights hang in the balance with his nomination. Protecting religious freedom — and expanding access to the public square — requires opposition to this extreme nomination.

People of faith must speak up for the preservation of our country and true religious freedom, especially if we care about making this country’s criminal justice system, reforming immigration policies, expanding voting rights, and ensuring all people — regardless of race, religion, past conviction status, gender identity, or sexual orientation — are treated equitably and with respect in this country. And we must demand our senators do the same.

We support leaders who will see and treat all of us equitably, rather than those who build careers lifting the wealthy and powerful over workers, consumers, people of color, and women.

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