The Alliance Defense Fund sued the Bridgeton (N.J.) Board of Education on Friday after officials prohibited a student from expressing a religious viewpoint on the sixth annual Pro-life Day of Silent Solidarity.
The Bridgeton High School student was prohibited from distributing pro-life literature during non-instructional times and wearing a red arm band with the word "LIFE" written on it. Officials told the student that nothing "religious" is allowed in public schools.
"Pro-life students shouldn't be discriminated against for expressing their beliefs," said ADF Senior Legal Counsel David Cortman. "The Pro-Life Day of Silent Solidarity is a non-disruptive, student-led event occurring outside of instructional time. The event provides the opportunity for students to exercise their constitutional right to express their viewpoint on abortion, just as other students have the right to express their views."
