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Standing with the persecuted!
As religious persecution continues to escalate across the globe, the protection of religious freedom and freedom of speech has never been more critical. These fundamental rights form the foundation of human dignity and peaceful coexistence. Today we share a fabulous...
“Conversion Therapy” laws reach U.S. Supreme Court
What happens when the state tells counselors and therapists which identities are acceptable—and which conversations are forbidden? The Supreme Court case Chiles v. Salazar shines a light on “Must Stay Gay” laws that silence therapists and restrict free speech. Get up...
Women’s Influence in the Home: Beneficial or Political Propaganda?
“From Nazi Germany to Trump’s America: why strongmen rely on women at home” has to be one of the most bizarre articles to come across my on-line feed in years (and that’s saying a lot!). The premise of the article is that motherhood (particularly stay-at-home moms),...
“Unmuted:” The Pro-Family Legacy of Charlie Kirk
This last week has been a hard one for the United States. With devastating news after devastating news, the country seems to be in a perpetual state of turmoil, grief, and uncertainty. United Families International was particularly stunned to hear about the appalling...
Broken Families: A Clear Path Toward the Legitimation of Abortion
Over the years, I’ve spoken with many women who chose abortion, and what strikes me most is how often their stories begin long before pregnancy. They speak of home life marked by uncertainty and instability - fathers who walked away, mothers who struggled alone, and...
Does Religion Matter? How Faith and Religion Create Healthy Societies
Disrespecting religion seems to be a favorite pastime for not a few people. That behavior often leaves me thinking: “If they only knew…” Religion is indispensable to flourishing societies, providing a moral framework, a sense of meaning, and guides how people live...
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Raising Boys, Saving Girls: The Fatherhood Fix for Boys in Crisis
June 30, 2025 By Jena Johnson We live in an era that is promising for girls. Women and girls enjoy a much higher quality of life than ever before, and their opportunities are only increasing. But boys and men are in crisis—and ironically, it’s hurting our girls, too. ...
The New Scarlet Letter: ‘Bigot’—Branded for Speaking the Truth
June 16, 2025 By Alexis Tarkalson This word, bigot, gets slung around a lot, generally after a heated debate wherein one side feels they are losing ground. It is a last resort to shut down the opposition–an ill-conceived notion that once the insult is launched, the...
Is the Abortion Pill Safe? What New Research Reveals About Mifepristone Risks
June 2, 2024 By Jena Johnson Recently, the topic of the abortion pill has resurfaced in media discussions. This renewed attention is driven by several factors, including a newly published study and recent legislative efforts. To better understand both sides of the...
Church and State in China: When Faith Meets Oppression
May 19, 2025 By Jena Johnson On May 1, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) imposed new restrictions on religious activities. Although such restrictions in China are not new, these measures reflect a long-standing practice of intolerance, emphasizing the ongoing...
The Tragic Irony of ‘Aborting for the Kids’
May 12, 2025 By Alexis Tarkalson “...to truly be pro-child, you must love abortion.” My feelings upon initially reading these words were frustration and shock that some people actually think and feel this way. The author, Nikiya Natale, writes a sonnet of sorts...
When Inclusion Hurts: Why You Should Avoid Social Transition
May 6, 2025 By Mary Jenson Studies show that gender fluidity is often a normal experience of childhood, yet 84% of gender dysphoric children desist by adolescence. However, nearly half of all US schools are encouraging gender neutral pronoun use to foster inclusion....
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