CWA at the March For All Women
On January 19, CWA’s Vice President of International Affairs, Dr. Shea Garrison, was a voice for conservative women at the March for ALL Women rally in Washington, D.C. The March for ALL Women was sponsored by Independent Women’s Forum (IWF) and took place next to the 3rdannual Women’s March (WM) at Pershing Park. The Women’s […]
Speak Out for Life in Support of the Abortion Pill Reversal Bill
On Monday, January 21, Concerned Women for America of North Dakota provided testimony to the House Human Services Committee on HB 1336, the abortion pill reversal bill. This bill mandates that abortionists tell women seeking an abortion about the possibility of reversing the effects of an abortion-inducing drug if they change their mind. The bill […]
There is a Darkness Growing in New York
By now you have probably seen the video (below) of the New York State Senate cheering the “Reproductive Health Act” which would effectively allow abortions up to just before birth. It is heartbreaking. This is not just the sentiment of a few legislators either. It is a direct reflection of the majority of the people […]
North Dakota Senate to Consider Granting Special Rights Outside the Traditional Male and Female Identity
On Wednesday, January 23, I gave testimony on your behalf to the Senate Judiciary Committee on SB 2303, relating to the proposed addition to discrimination statues in the case of sexual orientation and ‘gender identity’.” Click here to read the bill in its entirety. Media on the hearing: West Dakota Fox News at Nine: […]
State Director Testifies Before Committee in Opposition to Special Rights
January 23, 2019 Senate Judiciary Committee Testimony in Opposition to SB 2303 Mr. Chairman and members of the committee, my name is Linda Thorson, and I am the State Director for Concerned Women for America (CWA) of North Dakota. We are the state’s largest public policy women’s organization and our country’s largest public policy women’s […]
Is, Or Is Not, the ERA Dead in Virginia?
Thank you for joining with us in prayer over the last two weeks, asking the Lord to thwart the plans of those promoting the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) in Virginia. God is faithful and answered our prayers! The House Sub-Committee of Privileges and Elections met Monday, January 22, and voted 4-2 to pass by indefinitely […]
For America (Day 100)
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father and Prince of Peace, You deserve all praise and honor; In You all things hold together. Therefore, to You we lift our voices. As a country and a people in desperate need Of Your intervention and restoration. Incline Your ears to our supplications, Lord. We are sinners crumbling under […]
Supreme Court Punts on Important Religious Liberty Case
It is difficult to find words that can adequately sound the alarm of the religious liberty threats we face as a nation. We are getting weaker by the moment on the protection of our “first freedom,” and the opposition gets bolder with every half-hearted attempt, whether by courts or opportunistic politicians, to take the middle […]
CWALAC Submits Title IX Comments
Concerned Women for America Legislative Action Committee submitted these comments in support of new Title IX regulations that will promote justice in cases of sexual harassment in an educational setting. Click here to submit your comments of support. The deadline is midnight on Monday, January 28, 2919.
High School Sports Teams: Fair Competition for All
CWA of South Dakota is supporting SB49, a bill that will void the transgender procedure adopted by the South Dakota High School Activities Association (SDHSAA) in 2015. SB49 would ensure that eligibility to play on sex-segregated teams will be based on the sex of the student as indicated on the student’s birth certificate. SB49 will […]
State Director Submits Testimony in Support of the Abortion Pill Information Consent Legislation
January 21, 2019 House Human Services Committee Testimony in Support of HB 1336 Mr. Chairman and Members of the Committee, my name is Linda Thorson, and I am the State Director for Concerned Women for America (CWA) of North Dakota. We are the state’s largest public policy women’s organization and part of the country’s largest […]
State Director Testifies Before Committee in Support of the Prohibition of Dismemberment Abortion
January 21, 2019 House Human Services Committee Testimony in Support of HB 1546 Madam Chair and members of the committee, my name is Linda Thorson, and I am the State Director of Concerned Women for America (CWA) of North Dakota. CWA is the largest public policy women’s organization in the nation. We heartily support HB1546 the […]
Pro-Life Legislative Efforts the Focus of March for Life Week in Washington
Traditionally during the week of the March for Life, members of Congress highlight the life issue and the need to end abortion in America. Even though the House does not currently have a pro-life majority and there was no pro-life vote scheduled, several members of the House have introduced pieces of pro-life legislation this week. […]
President Trump Promises to Veto Abortion Legislation
Washington D.C. — Today during the annual March for Life, President Trump announced the delivery of a letter to Speaker Pelosi threatening to veto any legislation that weakens current pro-life policies or “encourages the destruction of human life at any stage.” Concerned Women for America Legislative Action Committee CEO and President Penny Young Nance issued […]
CWA Sends Letter to President Trump – Pro-life Legislation
Washington D.C. – On Wednesday, January 16, Concerned Women for America sent a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to continue his administration’s pro-life legacy. Read the letter here. Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America, issued the following statement in response: “Concerned Women for America has been honored to work […]
CWA Marches for Life 2019
Letter to President Trump
January 16, 2019 The President The White House Washington, DC 20500 Dear Mr. President, You have repeatedly made it clear that your administration would be a pro-life administration, both domestically and internationally. Concerned Women for America applauds you for acting to fulfill this promise and standing for life. Your Department of Health and Human Services […]
Pro-Life is Pro-Science
Today is the March for Life! As I sit across from my eldest daughter (11) on our way to the march in downtown Washington, D.C., I can’t help but think about this year’s theme: “Unique from Day One.” I see this in Mia. I have four kids. They’re all incredible. But Mia is unique. She’s […]
January 18 Prayer Action Alert: Rock or Sand?
Dear CWA of Washington Member, Rock or sand? On which foundation are you building your life? On the Rock (God’s Word) or the sand (ideas of men)? CWA has chosen for nearly 40 years to build on the rock of truth – God’s Holy Word. In Matthew 7:24-27, we read this parable, “Therefore whoever hears […]
Voice Your Support for LIFE!
“Whoever welcomes one of these little children in My name welcomes Me…” – Mark 9:37 There is an important pro-life bill that Concerned Women for America (CWA) of North Dakota is in full support of, House Bill 1285. This is “a BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 50-25.1-15 of the North Dakota […]