Capitol Hill Brief — Secret Legislators
Judge Neil Gorsuch spoke these wise words during his confirmation hearing before the Senate last week. [Audio Clip] Judge Neil Gorsuch: If judges were just secret legislators, declaring not what the law is, but what they would like it to be, the very idea of a government by the people and for the people […]
NEW! Daily Fantasy Sports Bill Just One Vote Away From Passing
Updated March 27, 2017 Two days remain in Georgia’s legislative session; just two days left to defeat HB 118, the Daily Fantasy Sports bill. Touted as a “consumer protection bill,” HB 118 is nothing more than a means to legitimize the newest form of online gambling – Daily Fantasy Sports. Click here for CWA of […]
Good News! Simon’s Law Just Passed Out of Committee! Needs Your Support to Make it to the House Floor for a Vote
Simon’s Law, Sub SB 85 passed out of committee this morning! Thank you for your prayers and action. Prayer was and is the key! Sub SB 85, known as “Simon’s Law,” would enact new statutes regarding life-sustaining treatment for patients younger than eighteen years of age. Parental consent under this bill is required before a […]
Bill Allows Faith-Based Agencies to Serve
State Director’s letter to the editor now on AberdeenNews.com. (This is a subscription website.)
Capitol Hill Brief — A Gavel, Not a Rubber Stamp
During His confirmation hearings, Judge Neil Gorsuch commented on his role as a judge by saying “They gave me a gavel, not a rubber stamp.” And that, “Nobody is above the law,” no matter what their social status. Members of both parties have nothing to fear from a judge like that — one who […]
SB501 Promotes State-Assisted Abortion
West Hawaii Today prints state director’s letter to the editor concerning the defense of crises pregnancy centers. Click here to read.
Pregnancy Care Centers Forced to Direct Clients to Abortion Clinics if Legislation Passes
“Deliver those who are drawn toward death, and hold back those stumbling to the slaughter. If you say, “Surely we did not know this,” Does not He who weighs the hearts consider it? He who keeps your soul, does He not know it? And will He not render to each man according to his deeds?” […]
Capitol Hill Brief — Inappropriate Ginsburg
Here’s something we won’t hear from Judge Neil Gorsuch on the Supreme Court: more political commentary, like the continuously inappropriate comments of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. In her latest, she tells the BBC that, “A great man once said that the true symbol of the United States … is the pendulum, and when the […]
State Director Barbara Ferraro Submits Written Testimony to the State House in Opposition to Physician-Assisted Suicide
TESTIMONY TO THE HOUSE As the State Director for Concerned Women for America of Hawaii, I join with my members here in Hawaii in opposing SB1129. There is no “Dignity for Death” when a person is helped to end their own life. God, and God alone, is the author of life. We must not take […]
Update on Simon’s Law – Parental Rights – Your Prays and Action Needed
Simon’s Law, SB 85 is now Substitute SB 85. There was an approved amendment added. We are tracking several bills, but this one is needed desperately. We need your assistance now on this bill by praying and taking action. Prayer is key! Substitute SB 85, known as “Simon’s Law,” would enact new statutes regarding life-sustaining […]
Discourage Sex Trafficking
As the State Director of CWA of Maine I submitted written testimony today to the Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee regarding L.D. #250, “An Act to Increase the Penalty for Aggravated Sex Trafficking”. Human trafficking and commercial sex exploitation are a violation of human rights and a form of sexual violence. It’s way past […]
Pregnancy Care Centers Forced to Direct Clients to Abortion Clinics if Legislation Passes
“Deliver those who are drawn toward death, and hold back those stumbling to the slaughter. If you say, “Surely we did not know this,” Does not He who weighs the hearts consider it? He who keeps your soul, does He not know it? And will He not render to each man according to his deeds?” […]
Not One Reasonable Reason to Oppose Gorsuch
Washington, D.C. –Today, the confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee, Judge Neil Gorsuch, will draw to a close.Penny Nance, CEO & President of Concerned Women for America (CWA), the largest public policy organization for women in the country, had this to say on the performance of Judge Neil Gorsuch at his hearings to become the […]
Liberty Students Travel to D.C. for Supreme Court Nominee Hearing
Liberty News reports: “More than 90 Liberty University students traveled to Washington, D.C., on Tuesday to show their support for U.S. Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch on the second day of his Senate hearings. “Concerned Women for America (CWA), the nation’s largest public policy women’s organization that strives to bring biblical principles into all levels […]
Capitol Hill Brief — CWA is Your Voice Around the Nation
Concerned Women for America is your voice around the nation on issues you care about. Recently, we have been speaking on behalf of Neil Gorsuch’s nomination to the Supreme Court. Here is CWA’s Communications Coordinator Janae Stracke at a recent town hall meeting: [AUDIO CLIP] Janae Stracke: It isn’t about the issues, which is […]
Capitol Hill Brief — CWA of Maine Stands for Gorsuch
Concerned Women for America of Maine state director Penny Morrell stood up for the nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court at a recent town hall meeting hosted by Sen. King. Here is what she said: [AUDIO CLIP] Penny Morrell: Thank you, Senator King. My name is Penny Morrell. I’m state director […]
State Director Submits Written Testimony to Committee Concerning Sex Trafficking
Statement by Penelope A. Morrell, State Director, Concerned Women for America of Maine To Members of the Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee Regarding L.D. #250, “An Act to Increase the Penalty for Aggravated Sex Trafficking” March 22, 2017 Chairs Sen. Rosen and Rep. Warren, and distinguished members of the Criminal Justice and Public Safety […]
Concerned Women Through History: National Sovereignty — Deborah, Joan of Arc, and Bev Ehlen
There is a deep valor in standing up for one’s own nation. Believing in a nation’s sovereignty literally means believing in the state’s right to “self-govern.” It is the patriotism that protects one’s own nation against those who seek to oppress or destroy it. We could, at first, think national sovereignty has more to do […]
Concerned Women for America Support Gorsuch
UPDATE: CWA of Hawaii Continues to Stand Up to Onslaught of Physician-Assisted Suicide Bills – Urgent Action Requested!
CURRENT STATUS OF SB1129: On March 7, SB 1129 passed the Senate 22-3. It is now in the House. We just got word that it is scheduled for a hearing in the House Committee on Health this Thursday, March 23, at 8:30 a.m. A vote is expected. Click here to read the bill, note its […]