
Activist Chaz Stevens.
By Chaz Stevens
America claims to value religious freedom—but does that apply when a Satanologist asks for it?
In South Florida, Broward County Public Schools freely welcomed banners from Christian churches and the occasional synagogue. But when I, a Satanologist, applied to display my own, suddenly, the rules changed.
Officials called it a “policy clarification.” I call it what it is: bulls**t, err, blatant religious discrimination.
Under the First Amendment, the government cannot pick and choose which religions get a voice. The Supreme Court reaffirmed this principle in cases like Rosenberger v. Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia, where it ruled that viewpoint discrimination in public forums is unconstitutional. If they allow one, they must allow all. That’s the law. Instead of following it, school officials rewrote policies on the fly, deleted evidence of past favoritism, and even floated the idea of using taxpayer dollars to replace a Christian church’s banner—while ensuring mine stayed out.
The Church of Satanology and Perpetual Soirée
I don’t worship Satan. I don’t believe in some horned guy lurking in the shadows. Satan, to me, is a symbol, like a cross—a metaphor for defiance against religious overreach. Satanology is my religion, the First Amendment my gospel.
And that gospel is under attack.
Fighting for Religious Equality in Florida
Let’s not pretend Broward County Public Schools suddenly decided to “clean up” its advertising policies out of fairness. They only removed the Christian banners after I demanded equal treatment (and Parkland Talk’s report forced their hand).
This isn’t an isolated case. religious favoritism is deeply ingrained in Florida’s policies. These policies send a clear message that certain faiths are more welcome than others, undermining true religious equality. This selective enforcement creates a government preference for one religion over others, violating the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment. And when this happens on my watch, I take action.
I’ve Played This Game Before—And Won
I’ve spent decades exposing government hypocrisy on religious favoritism:
- The Bible Ban That Made DeSantis Retreat
When Florida’s book bans targeted LGBTQ+ and racial justice literature, I demanded they also ban the Bible for its explicit content. The result? Ron DeSantis had to quietly weaken his own censorship law. - “In God We Trust” in Arabic
When Texas schools were forced to display the national motto, I sent donations of the phrase in Arabic, Hebrew, and other languages—exposing lawmakers’ selective religious tolerance.
Broward’s Double Standard—Exposed
Broward County Public Schools had no problem accepting paid sponsorships from Christian churches like Calvary Chapel and Potter’s House, proudly displaying their banners on school fences. No controversy. No “policy review.” Just business as usual.
So when I—a pro se litigant armed with a laptop, operating on a shoestring budget, along with my custom-built AI assistant—asked for the same opportunity, the rules mysteriously changed.
Even more damning? Superintendent Howard Hepburn—folding under the pressure of a possible Liberty Counsel lawsuit—personally suggested using taxpayer funds to remake a Christian church’s banner after it was removed early—while ensuring mine never saw the light of day. That’s not neutrality. That’s unconstitutional favoritism.
And, as mentioned before, that’s bulls**t.
A Federal Judge Agrees: My Case Has Merit
When the school board tried to have my case dismissed, the court wasn’t buying it. I survived their first motion to dismiss—a feat achieved by less than 10% of pro se litigants.
Even more unusual, the court just allowed me to file a Second Amended § 1983 Complaint a few weeks before trial, a very rare occurrence that underscores the strength of my case. Typically, courts are reluctant to permit late-stage amendments, but Judge Scola recognized that my newly uncovered evidence was too significant to ignore. This move reinforced my argument that the school board’s actions were not just improper but potentially unconstitutional.
With this latest filing, I took a sizeable, calculated risk, allowing the Defense another opportunity to file a motion to dismiss—but, like Texas Hold ’em, I’m all in.
No balls, no blue chips.
Said Muhammad Ali, “He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life.”
A 42 U.S.C. § 1983 complaint allows individuals to sue state actors for constitutional violations. In my case, this updated complaint targets the Broward County School Board, along with Superintendent Howard Hepburn, and two school principals—Michelle Kefford (Marjorie Stoneman Douglas) and Matthew Bianchi (Westglades)—who, I believe, played direct roles in blocking my request while permitting Christian banners.
I allege these officials acted under color of state law, engaging in viewpoint discrimination and violating the Establishment Clause. I am seeking significant punitive damages from each—potentially in the six- or seven-figure range—to hold them accountable, set a precedent, and deter future violations of constitutional rights.
Like Newton said, “For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.” Play stupid games, win stupid prizes.
Why This Fight Matters
This lawsuit isn’t just about banners. It’s about forcing nearly 20 public officials to testify under oath about possible discriminatory policies. It’s about uncovering every email, every conversation, every attempt to silence minority religious voices. Also, they took math books out of the library but left the Bible.
Because today, they shut out a Satanist. Tomorrow, it could be Muslims, Jews, Druids, the ‘wrong’ Catholic, or any other religious minority. This fight is about ensuring equal rights for all faiths, not just those in the majority.
Call to Action
It’s just me—one person taking on a legion of lawyers with unlimited resources. But I won’t back down. You can donate here to help me keep this First Amendment fight alive. Every dollar helps expose hypocrisy and hold public institutions accountable. I’ve won these battles before, making headlines and forcing change. Let’s do it again.
Pick a Side—This Fight is Bigger Than Me
The First Amendment isn’t a privilege—it’s a right. And it either protects everyone, or it protects no one.
So, America, where do we stand?
Do we uphold religious freedom—even when it challenges our comfort zones?
Or do we let Broward County decide that “religious liberty” is just another name for Christian dominance?
One thing’s certain—I’m not backing down.
See you in court.
About Chaz Stevens
Chaz Stevens is a Florida-based activist, CEO of ESADoggy, and very outspoken advocate for church-state separation. Known for his sharp wit, he uses art, satire, and now, self-taught litigation skills to expose government hypocrisy and fight unconstitutional policies. Chaz is also running for Mayor of Deerfield Beach, FL.
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