Capitol Hill Brief — March for Life Day
Today is the March for Life, and Concerned Women for America is joining thousands of marchers in Washington, D.C. to show our support for women and the unborn child in the womb. As we always say, “Pro-life is pro-woman!” I will be speaking on your behalf throughout the day with groups, members of Congress, […]
North Dakota House Judiciary Committee to Consider the Value of Prayer in Schools
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) Yesterday I testified before the House Judiciary Committee in support of House Bill 1275 “relating to the recitation of prayer at parochial or private school-sanctioned activities.” Click here to read […]
More Federal Control Over Maine Education Proposed — Let’s Speak up Against it!
Stop the government from interfering with your child’s freedom to inquire and disseminate ideas in science and engineering education! Yesterday, I testified on behalf of Concerned Women for America of Maine at a hearing before the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee on L.D. #49, grossly misnamed “An Act to Improve Science and Engineering Education for […]
Capitol Hill Brief — Young March for Life
The growth in number young Christians getting involved in the March for Life is absolutely amazing. Concerned Women for America has worked hard over the years to spread the word and reach out to the younger generation through our Young Women for America college chapters, and we have seen them answer the call strongly! […]
State Director Penny Morrell Testifies Before the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee on the “An Act to Improve Science and Engineering Education for Maine Students”
Statement by Penelope A. Morrell, State Director Concerned Women for America of Maine To Members of the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee Regarding L.D. #49, “An Act to Improve Science and Engineering Education for Maine Students” January 25, 2017 Hello, and thank you, Chairs Senator Langley and Representative Kornfield, and distinguished members of the Education […]
State Director Linda Thorson Testified Today Before the House Judiciary Committee in Opposition to the Disclosure of Original Birth Records to Adopted Individuals
To the House Judiciary Committee In Opposition to HB 1319 January 25, 2017 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. CWA is the largest public policy women’s organization in the nation. We are here today […]
State Director Linda Thorson Testifies Before the House Judiciary Committee Today in Support of Voluntary Prayer in School
To the House Judiciary Committee In Support of HB 1275 January 25, 2017 Mr. Chairman and members of the committee, I am Linda Thorson, the State Director for Concerned Women for America (CWA) of North Dakota. CWA is the largest public policy women’s organization in the nation and our state. We are here today on […]
Capitol Hill Brief — A Prayer for March for Life
Today, I would like to offer a prayer as we prepare for the March for Life this week. Would you join me? Heavenly Father, Thank you for the gift of life! Thank you for the thousands of marchers that will come to D.C. or will march in their home states to raise their voices […]
“Women’s” March: Vulgar Signs and Liberal Policies
Editor’s Note: This article contains pictures from the Women’s March which are unsuitable for children and may not be especially safe for work. We advise reading this article away from others. In most cases, the pictures are crass, vulgar, and an embarrassment to those who value civil discourse. I hope the women at the “Women’s March” […]
Capitol Hill Brief — The Power of One
Every year, the March for Life selects a theme that sets the stage for the message of that particular year and frames our efforts. This year’s theme is “The Power of One.” One person — and the difference they make. It is a theme that Concerned Women for America has lived throughout our organization’s […]
CWA of Georgia attends March for Life in Atlanta
Trump Used First Full Official Day to Defend Life
Washington, D.C. – Today, President Trump signed an executive order protecting the lives of the unborn by reinstating the Mexico City Policy. The Mexico City Policy prevents non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that receive federal funding from the U.S. from promoting or performing abortions. Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America, had this to […]
Dana Waller Hodges: Concerned for America
State Director featured in the Citizen Profiles section of the Empower Texans publication.
Capitol Hill Brief — Community Health Centers > Planned Parenthood
How many community health centers there are in the United States? Try 13,540. Now, how many Planned Parenthood clinics? Only 665. That means community health centers outnumber Planned Parenthood clinics 20 to 1. And unlike Planned Parenthoods, these centers don’t do abortions, and they actually have more than gynecological care; they care for the […]
Capitol Hill Brief — Inauguration Day
It’s Inauguration Day! The streets are closed, and the stage is set here in the nation’s capital in preparation for the festivities. We are excited to hear President-elect Trump take the solemn oath to “support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic…” It is both a great […]
Capitol Hill Brief — Nothing for Granted
Tomorrow is Inauguration Day, and while the festivities are happening in our nation’s capital, CWA is behind the scenes, tirelessly working to advocate for the issues and values you care about. There is definitely reason for optimism, but CWA will take nothing for granted. From religious liberty to the sanctity of life to the […]
McCaskill Should Support Sessions for Attorney General
State Director’s letter to the editor printed in Springfield News-Leader. Check it out!
Virginia Members: Call/Email Speaker Howell and Urge Him to Assign a Committee to HB 1473, Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act!
Dear CWA of Virginia friend, As you all know, our 2017 Legislative Session kicked off last week, and Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Virginia commends Delegate Dave LaRock (R-House District 33) for introducing HB 1473, the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act. HB 1473 is a crucial step to ensuring protection for innocent life in […]
Capitol Hill Brief — Sessions on Civil Rights
Listen to Sen. Jeff Sessions on his background in civil rights: [Audio Clip] Sen. Jeff Sessions: As a southerner who actually saw discrimination, and have no doubt it exists in a systematic and powerful and negative way, to the people — great millions of people — in the south, particularly, of our country, I […]
Longing for King in the Times of Sessions
This Martin Luther King Jr. Day I couldn’t help but look at the increased racial tension in our nation and feel a deep longing for Martin Luther King Jr.’s voice.