Wisconsin's Religious Exemption Dilemma

This chapter examines a legal case regarding Wisconsin's unemployment insurance program and its exemptions for religious nonprofits, particularly focusing on the Catholic Charities Bureau. The discussion highlights the nuances of Justice Sotomayor's ruling and Justice Thomas's concurring opinion, interrogating the complexities of what qualifies as a religious purpose. Additionally, the speakers explore the implications of these legal definitions, the challenges faced by various faiths, and the need for a balanced separation of church and state.