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Position PapersProtecting the Unborn: An Incremental Approach While those who support the legality of abortion and those who oppose it are irrevocably divided, they are in agreement on one thing: the issue hinges on the question of human life. It follows then, that if unborn life were... Read More Pre-empting Gay Marriage While the issue of gay marriage itself is relatively straightforward, the legal aspects have become increasingly muddled as legal challenges mount, supporters and detractors lobby the legislature, and some cities and states attempt to legalize gay marriage by executive... Read More Judeo-Christian Principles: Informing the Electorate While disagreements over issues and policies are good and necessary, conflict expressed as personal attacks or smear campaigns both cheapen public discourse and alienate voters. The public's cynical views on politics and lackluster voter turnout can be attributed to such gutter politics.[i] A sense of unity among Americans is indeed called for; not a feel-good "go along to get along" sentiment that merely papers over the very real divides in the American societal landscape, but a sense of purpose that stems from something deeper. Read More The Question of Life: A Practical Answer Every argument made for or against the procedure of abortion begins in assumptions which stem from these primary concerns. Thus, a principled case for protection of the unborn must begin with a clear definition of "life" before proceeding to a case for government action. Read More Assault on Traditional Marriage, Assault on the Family Unit The health and well-being of American society can be linked to the primacy of the family unit. The family unit shapes the individual; the family unit is the building block of society. The integrity of the family is dependent upon the institution of marriage. As the definition of marriage is eroded, the family unit--and by extension, society--suffers as a result. Read More The Free Market: Cornerstone of a Free Society In response to rising economic instability and looming fiscal crises, many Americans look to government to calm their fears and ensure a new period of prosperity. As understandable as this impulse may be, it is also gravely mistaken. The entrepreneurial spirit that yields progress and prosperity can only be sustained by a market economy free from undue governmental influence. Read More Religion and the Public Square At present, a war is being waged for the soul of American culture. Liberals and secularists are attempting to simultaneously label any public acknowledgment of God as "theocracy" and to further assert that America is not, and never has been a Christian nation. In order to turn back the coming tide of secularism, it is vital that we refute these false claims. Read More Casting Aside Activism: A Return to Judicial Restraint Over the past thirty-odd years, judicial activism has disrupted political discourse and undermined the rule of law and the separation of powers. In order to repair the damage that has been done to these most basic principles of the American political structure, concerned citizens must take a closer look at the reasoning behind such jurisprudence. Read More The Second Amendment: A Contemporary Application To gun control advocates, the simplest way to reduce violent crime across the nation is to restrict--and in some cases, ban--private citizen access to firearms. While supporters of gun control have met with a measure of success in instituting waiting periods and restricting certain types of weapons, a formidable obstacle stands in the way of further legal tinkering: The United States Constitution. Read More |
UpdatesUpdate #15 In past political seasons, much has been made of the "toxic" influence of money in politics. Every election cycle is accompanied by commentators who denounce the "sale of elections," as well as further tightening of regulations on campaign contributions.... Read More Update #14 As Easter approaches, our thoughts turn to the crucifixion and the miracle of Christ's resurrection. On this Good Friday, we are given an opportunity to reflect in prayer and meditation on our Lord's sacrifice. Consider these words from Luke... Read More Update #13 For years, cable television channels have served up shows with copious amounts of sexual content, profanity, and over-the-top violence. It was common knowledge that anyone seeking rawer forms of entertainment could generally find what they wanted on cable stations,... Read More Update #12 On Saturday, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's supporters were the chief beneficiaries of the parliamentary elections held in Iran. The current president's faction, known as the Principalists, maintain a strong majority in Tehran. This victory, however, does not obscure the fact that... Read More Update #11 A common aphorism holds that religion and politics are the two topics which are off limits for polite conversation. For anyone seeking to avoid conflict, this is wise advice; few other subjects have the same potential for controversy and... Read More Update #10 On Monday, New Yorkers received a shock as Governor Eliot Spitzer was accused of engaging the services of a prostitute. On the same day, Spitzer held a press conference in which he apologized for "disappointing" his family and citizens... Read More Update #9 The election season of 2008 has been called remarkable for the amount of public participation and interest that the political race has generated. Voter turnout, which has been slipping for the past few decades, appears to be reversing itself... Read More Update #8 The Bush Administration and the Federal Reserve appear to be on the verge of offering a bailout package to the mortgage lenders and homeowners who are the primary actors in the current housing market slump. Â This is sobering news,... Read More Update #7 On Tuesday, the debate over gay marriage was in full force as California's Supreme Court held a hearing on the issue of state law defining marriage as between a man and a woman. The Court had already visited this... Read More Update #6 In Boise, Idaho, a sting operation has left Planned Parenthood facing a battery of tough questions. "The Advocate," UCLA's student publication, was behind the sting which took place in Idaho and six other states. The goal was to determine... Read More Update #5 It is with deepest grief that we note the passing of William F. Buckley, Jr. A writer, an editor, a debater, and a public intellectual, Mr. Buckley is perhaps best known as the principal founder of the modern conservative... Read More Update #4 The rise of secularism in America is a phenomenon that deeply concerns many Christians; in Hudsonville, Michigan, the city council has decided to do something about it. Though anti-religious groups have been pressuring the city's government to remove the... Read More Update #3 The fate of existing abortion law rests on the makeup of the Supreme Court; without a clear majority of constructionist judges, it is extremely unlikely that Roe v. Wade will be overturned. However, lawmakers in Kansas and Missouri aren't... Read More Update #2 On Wednesday, a small victory was scored in the fight for judicial restraint. Though Riegel v. Medtronic was not front-page news, the Court's decision is likely to have repercussions beyond the bounds of this particular case. The case in... Read More Update #1 After ruling Cuba for nearly 50 years, Fidel Castro announced that he is stepping down from his position as dictator of Cuba. In all likelihood, the reins of power will be passed to his brother, Raul. The world now... Read More Launch of the Faith, Family, Freedom Alliance Monday, February 18, 2008 Nathan Tabor, President Welcome to the Faith, Family, Freedom Alliance! If you are unhappy with our current culture or feel dissatisfied with the current social climate, this is the place for you. The truth is that... Read More |
