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"Inmates Sue Over New York Prison Lockdown During Solar Eclipse"

Inmates at a New York prison have filed a lawsuit against the state corrections department, claiming that the decision to prevent them from witnessing the upcoming total solar eclipse violates their religious freedoms. The plaintiffs, representing various faiths including Baptist, Muslim, Seventh-Day Adventist, Santeria practitioners, and an atheist, are asking for the lockdown to be rescinded and for eclipse glasses to be provided to all inmates who wish to view the eclipse. The corrections department has until April 22 to respond to the complaint.

1 year ago•Source: USA TODAY

"Inmates Sue for Solar Eclipse Viewing Rights During New York Prison Lockdown"

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"Inmates Sue for Solar Eclipse Viewing Rights During New York Prison Lockdown"

Inmates in New York are suing the state corrections department for violating their constitutional rights by locking down prisons during the upcoming total solar eclipse, preventing them from participating in a religiously significant event. The lawsuit, filed by six men with varying religious backgrounds, argues that the lockdown infringes on their rights to practice their faiths and requests permission to view the eclipse. The corrections department has stated that it takes all requests for religious accommodations into consideration and is currently reviewing those related to viewing the eclipse.

via The Hill