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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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Be an Advocate for Your Child; Parents Rights in Education
September 23, 2024 By Linda Sulzen According to Fox News at the beginning of the 2024 school year top issues facing educational institutions include students protesting the Gaza war, AI bullying, policies regarding transgender students, school choice options and new...
Peer Pressure and Gender Dysphoria
September 16, 2024 By Rebecca Tingey In July of 2021, a twelve-year-old boy was found dead in his Oklahoma home, and it is believed the death was caused because he participated in the blackout challenge on TikTok. The challenge was to choke yourself until you black...
The New Danger to Your Child: “Smutbooks”
July 15, 2024 By Rebecca Heiner A few months ago, I noticed some posts on social media that had a similar theme. It got my attention because they were all referencing the same book title and cryptically referring to a specific part of the book, even going as far to...
Fur Babies: The New Parenthood?
July 8, 2024 By Rebecca Heiner Recently I came across a popular social media account that posts weekly entertaining videos of their family. This young couple has two adorable daughters, and their content is centered around their daily adventures together. Their...
Can LGBTQ Rights and Religious Freedom Coexist Peacefully?
July 3, 2024 By Rebecca Heiner As a young child, I was taught to show people kindness and respect, regardless of their beliefs. The golden rule “treat others the way you want to be treated” has long been a common theme throughout American culture and intricately woven...
Are you in Love with a Jerk?
June 18, 2024 By Haley Cloward Have you ever been or are you currently in a relationship with someone who could be the one? Do you love the person you are with because you feel totally comfortable with them, and you both just get each other on the most intimate level?...
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