Articles & Commentary

Read Gwen Samuel’s writing on public accountability, constitutional neutrality, and families’ voices in education.

Connecticut Religion Lawsuit: Research & Commentary

Follow Gwen Samuel’s research and commentary on Connecticut’s religion lawsuit, constitutional neutrality, and parents’ right to meaningful participation in public education.

October 30, 2026

There’s a Reason Why the United States Separates Church and State

A discussion of religious freedom, government neutrality, and constitutional questions involving public education.

October 21, 2026

Connecticut Religion Update, Part Three: Islam Was in Connecticut’s Framework as Early as 1998—Why Emergency Certification in 2026?

An examination of Connecticut’s earlier curriculum framework and questions about the emergency certification process.

October 17, 2026

Stamford CT Already Included Islam in Its Seventh-Grade Curriculum in 2014—So Why the 2026 Emergency Certification?

Research on existing instruction about religion and questions about the process used to enact Section 24 of Public Act 26-1.