Religion
In New York City last September, Aliza Fatima of Queens took part in the American Muslim Day Parade. Spencer Platt/Getty Images hide caption
International rights attorney Arsalan Iftikhar says Ramadan gives him a sense of appreciation for life. Courtesy Of Arsalan Iftikhar hide caption
In June, marchers protested Alabama's new law cracking down on illegal immigration. The state's United Methodist, Episcopal and Roman Catholic churches have sued, arguing the law that's set to take effect Sept. 1 violates their religious freedom. Jay Reeves/AP hide caption
The welcome sign that stood in front of Heartsong Church. Michelle Worth/Heartsong Church hide caption
Texas Gov. Rick Perry prays at The Response, his call to prayer for a nation in crisis, on Aug. 6 in Houston. The event was organized, in part, by members of the New Apostolic Reformation. David J. Phillip/AP hide caption
Young Catholics welcome Pope Benedict XVI as he arrives at Cibeles Square during World Youth Day celebrations on Aug. 18, in Madrid. Denis Doyle/Getty Images hide caption