Maureen O'Leary

Jun 8, 2023 | barrenmagazine.com | Maureen O'Leary

That rainy night, my arm hairs electrified by the static from the yellow plastic chair in the police station, Christine was there all pissed off because the auto dealer let her buy a truck she couldn’t afford, encouraging every bell and whistle possible, even the pink lights on the underside so that when she barreled down the highway at night she looked like she was driving a Barbie spaceship.

Jun 7, 2023 | interfaithalliance.org | Maureen O'Leary

With great sadness, I write to share the news that Interfaith Alliance’s former longtime-president, Rev. Dr. C. Welton Gaddy, has died at home in Monroe, LA, at the age of 81. Welton was a beloved leader, and his life should serve as an inspiration to everyone who cherishes both religious freedom and democracy. In addition to my own note, I have asked my predecessor, Rabbi Jack Moline, to share his words of condolences, which are included below.

Feb 3, 2023 | goodfaithmedia.org | Maureen O'Leary

There is no shortage of organizations and advocates working to preserve the boundaries between religion and government. Across the political spectrum, in cities and towns around the country, in churches, mosques, temples and more, the vast majority of Americans believe in the idea that all people have the right to believe as they choose – but not to impose those beliefs on others.