by Stuart Shepard Here’s what surprised me most: The sheer number of people on social media who found it impossible to write “It’s wrong to shoot members of Congress” – without adding – “but…” I was scanning the reaction to the news this week that a gunman targeted a baseball field full of Republican lawmakers practicing
Texas Values is one of 40 state allies that Kansas Family Voice is proud to work alongside. Legislation designed to allow faith-based foster homes and adoption agencies to keep operating according to their faith-based principles (HB 3859) was signed today by Gov. Greg Abbott. The new law, called the Freedom to Serve Children Act, protects
When your state legislature is flooded with bills, how do you discern which are worthy of your support? Eric Teetsel, president of Kansas Family Voice of Kansas, shares from personal experience how he makes that sometimes difficult decision. His insights are true for every state in the country. Learn more about Kansas Family Voice of
There are three key communities that will create lasting faith-based change in our state and nation: the Church, business and legislative communities. Last week, I spoke about the Church and issued a challenge to church leaders and congregants about speaking and engaging in political issues. This week, I’m addressing those in the business community. Businesses
This week, I was invited to talk to community groups in Wichita, Overland Park and Olathe about the work of the Kansas Family Voice of Kansas. It’s the best part of my job. The women and men who are part of these groups are special. They come from all walks of life to meetings at
A Montana court says the state cannot exclude private, religious schools from a state education tax credit. Jeff Laszloffy, president of Montana Family Foundation, explains why it’s a good decision for families as well as Christian schools. And what other states can learn from the legislation. Learn more about Montana Family Foundation.
The church in America is worried; worried about engaging in politics. Some congregants may believe that speaking about politics from the pulpit is not entirely appropriate. Further, there is often the concern of pastors that their church may lose its nonprofit status or perhaps lose financial support. So, this week I present a challenge –
We have good news to share with you from the legislature this week and an update on one of our dear allies in the fight for life. The Senate passed one of the Kansas Family Voice of Kansas’ priorities 25-15, The Disclose Act (SB 83). This is an update to an existing statute that
Family Action Council of Tennessee is moving forward with a lawsuit seeking to get clarity on the Supreme Court ruling that redefined marriage. The Obergefell case of two years ago left many state marriage statutes in limbo and David Fowler, president of FACT, tells us that he’s calling out the court to, in Justice Antonin
by Jerry Cox, president of Family Council of Arkansas Kansas Family Voice is proud to work alongside Family Council of Arkansas. They are part of our alliance of 40 state-based family organizations. For more information, or to find one in your state, go to familypolicyalliance.com. The other day as I was reviewing a slate of bills
We have the right, privilege and obligation to speak into every aspect of our government. Our Action Center makes it easy for you to do that.