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Has Adultery gone Mainstream?
In spite of the increased societal acceptance of things like premarital sex, “hook-ups,” cohabitation, and the LGBT lifestyle, the high percentage of people who disapproved of adultery remained constant - for decades. But about 10 years ago, that changed. In this...
Religion and the California Wildfires
We join you in being relieved and grateful that the wildfires that have devastated California seem to be under control. As the post-mortem on the cause of the fires continues, Cristina Cevallos puts forth the thesis that the cause of the fires stems, in part, from...
The ERA Debate Reignited Fact, Fiction, and the Fight to Stop It – Again
From its introduction in 1923, to its continued push for ratification today, the ERA represents a battleground for deeply held beliefs about the roles of men and women, the limits of government, and the principles that make our nation strong. So why is the ERA still...
Mars, Venus, and the Case for True Equality
Creating “equity” in all aspects of society seems like such a great idea. But, do we fully understand what we may be asking for? Alexis Tarkelson explores that question - along with “equity’s” companion piece, “parity.” Reaching full parity requires taking...
Unpacking the U.S. Supreme Court Case on Transgender Medical Care
The “transgender medicalization” debate continues to heat up. Last week, the British government changed a “temporary ban” to an “indefinite ban” (which more than likely means “permanent ban”) on the use of puberty blockers for minors experiencing gender dysphoria. A...
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What if you felt you had an answer that could alleviate much of the chaos and turmoil in communities and nations? Would you “work your fingers to the bone” to educate and share what you understand? Would you try, and try again, to influence laws and policies, both...
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Raising Thinkers: Encouraging Curiosity and Learning in Children
December 2, 2024 By Amanda Henderson Every child carries a spark of curiosity that, when nurtured, can ignite a lifelong passion for learning. As parents, it’s our role to foster this curiosity in ways that resonate deeply with their personal experiences and...
Should Social Media Be Banned for Kids? Australia’s New Policy Push
November 27, 2024 By Linda Sulzen Parents have called for bans of smartphones for children under 16 years old as risks associated with cell phone usage have come to light. Author of the article, “Inside the fight for smartphone-free childhoods,” Pippa Bailey asked the...
New School Trans Policies in England Face Some Resistance
November 21, 2024 By Linda Sulzen The English government published non-statutory guidance for schools including colleges about children who question gender. The roll out of the guidelines were delayed because of a change in government and are still being finalized....
America Not Alone in Reproductive Rights Debate
November 12, 2024 By Linda Sulzen Abortion rights affect women and are highly contested by individuals on both sides of the issue. Worldwide abortion was authorized by request in 77 countries and in most of them up to 12 weeks, 47 countries allow it for health...
Equality in Marriage and Happiness
November 4, 2024 By Linda Sulzen When a couple marries the bliss they feel may fade as the pressure of life builds. As children are added to families more responsibilities ensue. Studies have been conducted on how duties were divided among couples and included...
Father’s Rights and How They Could Help Prevent Abortions
October 21, 2024 By Linda Sulzen The BBC has reported that the abortion issue usually deals with the rights of the mother and the fetus and not the father. There are cases where fathers want a mother to get an abortion and she does not go through with it or where the...
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