Next time on State of Belief Radio: this past week, faith leaders descend on Washington, DC, demanding that Congress pass the Respect for Marriage Act. I spoke with the Rev. Nicole Garcia, Faith Works Director at the National LGBTQ Task Force, in advance of the Senate Vote on protecting the rights of all Americans to marry the person they love.

Also, urgent lobbying for HR 662 is underway on the Hill. This bill recognizes the tragic loss of life to Muslims and perceived Muslims in this country in the immediate aftermath of 9/11 – and the enduring harm to both individuals and entire communities when identity-driven bigotry instills fear and dread. We’ll hear from Mohammad Ali, Director of Policy and Government Relations at the Muslim Public Affairs Council, will be here with the details.