Horse racing is trotting through the Senate – calls needed!
Is Gambling Heading to Georgia? While religious freedom protections are being trampled, the Senate Regulated Industries Committee passed out of committee SR 135, a constitutional amendment to allow pari-mutuel wagering on horse racing and SB 264, the amendment’s enabling legislation. These bills need to be stopped in their “tracks”. Take Action Please contact your state […]
CWA of South Dakota Legislative Update – Your Prayers and Action Are Needed!
“Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.” (Ephesians 6:13 ) Government Nondiscrimination Act HB1107, An Act to ensure government nondiscrimination in matters of religious beliefs and moral convictions, passed in the full House […]
Georgia Religious Freedom Bills – Calls Needed!
2016 has turned into the year of religious freedom legislation. To date, a total of nine bills dealing with religious freedom have been filed. While other religious freedom bills have merit, CWA of Georgia is supporting two bills we feel provide the most broad-based religious protections this year. We will not compromise. We want to see […]
[LBB] More “Pro-Choice” Hysteria
I have told you many times that there are an infinite number of reasons you do not want to be “pro-choice.” Reason number 12,345,700: it’s just so tiring. Did you see the feverish frenzy this weekend over the Doritos Super Bowl commercial?
Attacks Against CMP and Activist David Daleiden
By now, many of you have heard the two-fold bad news on the Planned Parenthood scandal. First, Planned Parenthood is suing the Center for Medical Progress (CMP) for what they allege are “manipulated” videos that made Planned Parenthood look like it had broken laws which, Planned Parenthood is claiming, it did not. There were fighting […]
CWA Responds to GOP Draft Discussion
Washington, D.C. -Saturday night, during the ABC GOP debate, candidates were asked about women serving in combat and being called to register for the draft if it were to ever be reinstated. Concerned Women for America CEO and President Penny Nance had this to say
Join CWA of Louisiana’s 2016 Encourage-A-Legislator Program
Prayer volunteers are needed to pray for our state legislators during the 2016 Louisiana Regular Legislative Session, March 14 – June 6, 2016. Through the Encourage-A-Legislator (EAL) Program, CWA members and friends commit to pray daily for their assigned legislators and to send them CWA-provided postcards with preprinted Scripture verses. Simply add a note of […]
Press Conference: Texas Leaders File Legal Briefs Supporting HB 2
View February 4 press conference at the U.S. Supreme Court. CWA of Texas joined Texas Values, Texas Right to Life, Texas Eagle Forum, 3801 Lancaster, Southern Baptists of Texas Convention, Texas Center for Defense of Life to file legal briefs in support of HB 2. They stood in defense of the common-sense safety standards for […]
Threat to Freedom Highlighted in ‘God’s Not Dead 2′
If you care about religious freedom — in fact, if you care about freedom (“period”) — you must take the time to go see “God’s Not Dead 2,” in theaters nationwide this coming April.
State Director Kari Zeier Testifies of God’s Grace at the Billings March for Life
I was privileged to speak at the 9thAannual Billings March for Life last month. Though I wandered from my original notes extensively, below is the gist of what I shared. I pray it encourages and inspires you. As I was praying about what the Lord would have me share today this passage from James 2:14-18 […]
No Men In Women’s Restrooms: Period! #DontDoItCharlotte – Save these February Dates
Dear Friend, Concerned Women for America of North Carolina has a history of almost 20 years of advocating to protect and support the Biblical design of marriage and the gift of children. On Monday, February 8, the Charlotte City Council is expected to bring the transgender bathroom bill ordinance up for consideration. The transgender bathroom […]
Whole Woman’s Health v. Hellerstedt in Brief
790 F.3d 563, 136 S. Ct. 499 (2016) FACTS: In 2013, the Texas Legislature passed House Bill 2, which contained several provisions pertaining to abortions. One of these provisions was the requirement that doctors who provide abortion services must obtain admitting privileges at a local hospital that provides obstetrical or gynecological health care services that […]
Override Vote Fails, but Pro-lifers Still Win
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congress failed to reach the necessary votes to override the president’s veto of H.R. 3762, the Restoring Americans’ Healthcare Freedom Reconciliation Act of 2015.
Palestinian Authority Pays Terrorists who Murder Jews and Americans
Murdering Jews and Americans comes with benefits. While the loved ones of the victims are paying the price in tears, terrorists are receiving monthly payments.
Kansas “Sexual Orientation” Bill Update and Selection of Judges Resolution Bills to Take Action On
“Sexual Orientation” Bill HB 2323 Thank you for your prayers and timely action on HB 2323. It was not voted out of committee. We will keep watch to be sure it does not revive in some other form. Selection of Judges Resolution Bills HCR 5004 and HCR 5005 Both of these bills are on their […]
Abortion Foes in North Dakota Fight On
State Director Linda Thorson’s letter on grandforksherald.com.
CWA of Washington February 2 Action Alert – Do Not Lose Heart!
Dear CWA of Washington Member, Greetings from your state office! I am so thankful for your support and involvement in Concerned Women for America! I encourage you to spread the word about our organization and the opportunities for citizens concerned about the state of our nation and Washington State to engage the culture through prayer, […]
A Primary View from Iowa
As an Iowa native, presidential elections are nothing new to me. Growing up, it meant nothing but political mailers, commercials, and phone calls for about 18 months. My parents would have my siblings and I answer the phone to screen calls for them or they would never have been productive. It wasn’t unusual to get […]
URGENT – Support Bill #6548
URGENT: Plan to attend the hearing on SB 6548 (http://app.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=6548&year=2015) on Monday, February 1, at 1:30 p.m. in the Senate Committee on Law and Justice. If you are unable to attend, please contact committee members (http://app.leg.wa.gov/Rosters/CommitteeMembersByCommittee/Senate) plus your district senator (Legislative Hotline 1-800-562-6000) and ask for support of this bill to reverse the Human Rights […]
The Jane Roe Most Don’t Know
Roe: a name that has lived in infamy since the Roe v. Wade decision. But have you ever wondered who the woman is behind the name? For starters, that isn’t her actual name. “Roe” is simply the pseudonym that was used for a woman named Norma McCorvey. If that caught some of you off guard,