May 25, 2022
Dear supporter of the family:
We begin by offering our sincere condolences to the families in Uvalde, Texas. Such unspeakable evil should never be apart of children’s lives and we as a nation must recommit to protecting our young people. As an organization, United Families is committed to helping families be stronger as a hedge against violence and rising crime. We will continue to pray for the families impacted – and for our nation.
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It’s time to define “woman” in the law
It’s hard to imagine something like this being necessary, but here we are! Last Thursday, May 19, a Resolution was introduced in both Congress and the Senate to define the word “woman” as a biological female and to reinforce the need to maintain differences between females and males in federal law. Most people do not realize there is no definition in U.S. federal law.
By now you’ve seen the video of a U.S. Supreme Court nominee refusing to provide a definition of “woman” during a confirmation hearing. The Biden administration continues to undermine women and implement programs and guidelines that blur the distinction between men and women. And one question that keeps coming to my mind: How can you have laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, if you don’t have a legal definition – let alone a cultural understanding – of the words: “woman” and “man?”
Those are just a few reasons why we need: The Women’s Bill of Rights (House Resolution 1136 and Senate Resolution 644). I urge you to take a minute and read through it; it’s not very long. Contemplate its importance, its simplicity, and then phone or email your representatives in Congress and your Senators and urge them to support this Resolution. (Click to find your representatives in Congress and your Senators.)
Your message can be very simple:
The Women’s Bill of Rights (H. Res 1136/S. Res 644) is a necessary step to protect women in federal law. I urge you to support it. If the law isn’t clear on what a “woman” is, then women’s special needs and their protections from all forms of violence are at risk. Their privacy, safety and opportunities in education and in sports are also at risk. This Resolution is an important step toward restoring the dignity of women, mothers, and our daughters!
Sincerely,
[add your name]
Thank you for taking the time to do this. Your daughters and granddaughters will be glad you did!
International Day of the Family
We hope you were able to celebrate the International Day of the Family (May 15). United Families International had the pleasure of participating in two different United Nations side events commemorating the day. In case you missed them, we’ve included links below.
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Lastly, in the good news department!
- We are pleased to share that, yesterday, the legislature of Indiana overrode their governor’s veto to become the 17th state to implement a “Protect Women’s Sports” bill. Thank you to all who worked so hard to make this happen!
- We anxiously await the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Dobbs v. Jackson – the case that may decide the future of Roe v. Wade. The decision is expected to come down any day. These are momentous times for all, especially the unborn.
Pressing forward on behalf of families,
Wendy Wixom, President
United Families International