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Group sues to stop funding to Native Christian college


A lawsuit has been filed to prevent a small Christian college that predominantly serves Alaska Natives from receiving federal funds.

Thanks to Alaska's Congressional delegation, the Alaska Christian College has received more than $1 million in recent years. But the Freedom From Religion Foundation the school shouldn't get the money because it promotes religion.

The school has just 37 students and is located in Soldotna. According to government statistics, 86 percent of the students are Native.

Get the Story:
Bible college grants draw a challenge (The Anchorage Daily News 4/27)
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Suit Filed Over Funding for Alaska College (AP 4/27)
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Relevant Links:
Alaska Christian College - http://www.alaskachristiancollege.org