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"The hyper-sexualization of our society is a distortion of human intimacy and relationships with poisonous consequences. It’s the lie that breaks hearts and homes, and it cannot be wished away."

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Sometimes the sheer volume of malevolence in society can be overwhelming. We are surrounded, saturated at times, by a sea of anti-family propaganda. The onslaught is relentless, and what makes it worse is that this evil intent masquerades as enlightenment and progress. It follows us...

A little education can go a long way in helping to end human trafficking.

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By Miriam Merrill Did you know that approximately 15,000 people are trafficked in the United States annually? These horrendous statistics require great action on our part. Though it’s difficult to discuss, a little education can go a long way in the fight against human trafficking....
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"As parents we are left to wonder as to our role beyond bringing our children into the world, feeding and clothing them and then turning them over to the local school administrator."

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As your children return to school, it is important that parents know that many people, including high-level judges, believe you relinquish your right to control your child’s education the moment your child crosses the threshold of the school door. In a barely-noticed July ruling, a...

When it comes to the sexual abuse of children we must speak up and defend the victims. Never has there been a time when being heard is is so easy.

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By Jessie Keller It Happens When 5-year-old Janie announced to her mom on the way home from a family picnic, “Michael made me play a game I didn’t like.” Her mother became concerned. Michael was Janie’s 12-year old cousin and had not been seen most...

For many families a new school year is about to begin. Consider making family councils a habit to strengthen and organize your family.

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By McKayla Skinner Each school year is full of new firsts. For some, it may be the entrance into kindergarten, for others new teachers, or even a whole new school. With all the changes that come with a new school year, it can lead many...

It's not often a life-saving organization gets an award at the United Nations Population Awards...

Vinnie Santoro, United Nations Representative of the American Family Association of New York shares this remarkable event with us.

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by Vincenzina Santoro “Abortion is a common occurrence – there are 56 million each year.” So said the President of the Guttmacher Institute, Ann Starrs, in her statement following acceptance of the UN Population Award in the institutional category. Founded as the research arm of...

UFI board member, Jenet Erickson, spoke at this thought-provoking event regarding the impact of Roe v. Wade on women in society. Guess what? It hasn't been all sunshine and roses. Panels also considered what a post Roe U.S. would look like. Women have been sold a pack of lies regarding the "right to choose". Watch, listen and consider...

Reasonable people can find solutions for all when they put the needs of children first and respect rights of conscience of *all* people.

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Special report: In the first case of its kind two sides will meet Thursday in court to decide whether a faith-based adoption agency can refuse to work with same-sex couples. The outcome could have surprising implications for families.

"When we fail to speak up we forfeit our ability to make a difference. Let us commit to standing up and speaking out."

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By Miriam Merrill In the self-centered world in which we live it is easy to forget that when we raise our voice with others amazing things can happen. We will often see posts on social media offering similar political opinions and we automatically assume that...

"However you may personally respond to this issue, we need, as citizens and as a culture, to respect individual conscience and the way it is manifest in our lives and the lives of our neighbors and friends."

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By Tori Black The June 4th, 2018 Supreme Court ruling in the case of the Masterpiece Cakeshop is welcome news. The heart of the dispute was about a religious business owner’s right to refuse service, not to an individual or minority group, but for an...

Where do you get your human rights?

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Human Rights. You may think you've always had yours, but you would be wrong! #JustSaying

Let us consider the fathers in our lives, and their importance in our homes and society.

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by Courtney Aintablian Fatherless-ness: it is an epidemic. We see it in our schools, work places, churches – you cannot miss it. It has become the “norm” to see a mother raising her children on her own.. What has happened in our society? Have men...