Capitol Hill Brief — Support the New Health Care Bill
There’s a new President in town, and the atmosphere in Washington is tense. Especially as it relates to the debate to repeal and replace ObamaCare. President Trump is doing everything within his power to deliver on his big campaign promise of a full repeal of ObamaCare. The Democrats, for their part, are doing everything […]
Good First Step on Religious Freedom by President Trump
The pressure to criticize, cynically mock and downplay anything President Donald Trump does is considerable these days. I, like many, many, Americans have decided to give the frustrated their space to vent, while I focus on bringing about positive change in the best way I can. Today, that means I want to praise President Trump […]
For America (Day 78)
You meant it all for good; All of it — for our sake and Your glory. Like the sound of a thousand raindrops, We sing, “Thank You.”
Penny Nance Stops by Dr. James Dobson’s “Family Talk”
Penny Nance, CEO & President of Concerned Women for America (CWA), was recently featured on Dr. James Dobson’s popular radio talk show, “Family Talk.” Dr. Dobson has been a close friend of CWA and a champion of the Biblical principles we stand for. Penny was featured in a two-part broadcast discussing her new book “Feisty […]
For America (Day 77)
When words are hard to come by, And our prayers never pass our throats; When we continue to sink Beneath an ocean of distress,
Capitol Hill Brief — Religious Discrimination
Yesterday, I told you about a very important case before the Supreme Court. Trinity Lutheran v. Pauley is the only religious freedom case before the high court this term. It is a case about a religious preschool that was rejected from a state program that provided reimbursement grants to purchase rubberized surface material for children’s […]
Capitol Hill Brief — Our Only Hope
Concerned Women for America is first of all a Christian organization. We will never apologize for that! We are “not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes…” CWA believes that God’s ways are best. This week, as we remember the sacrifice of our Lord […]
From Judge to Justice: Gorsuch Confirmed with Bipartisan Support
Washington, D.C. –Today, Judge Gorsuch, soon-to-be Justice Gorsuch, was confirmed 54-45 to be the next Associate Supreme Court Justice of the United States with bi-partisan support. Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America, had this to say: “Today we witnessed a historic victory for our country. One that proves government ‘for the People, […]
Gorsuch a Justice
You did it. The U.S. Senate has just confirmed Judge (now Justice) Neil Gorsuch to be the 113th Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. This is great news for all Americans, whatever their political affiliation. Justice Gorsuch is the type of judge who will strive for judicial restraint and has demonstrated he respects the Constitution […]
Bottom Line, The Right Thing Will Happen: Gorsuch Will Be Confirmed
The 24/7 media cycle made this much more dramatic than it needed to be, but the bottom line is Judge Neil Gorsuch will be confirmed as the next Justice of the Supreme Court. The radical left was mad about many things (Trump, Garland, etc.), but their objections to Judge Gorsuch never passed the laugh test. […]
Gorsuch Appointment Needed to Guard Our Liberties
As Senate Democrats continue their childish pouting over the inevitable confirmation of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the U.S. Supreme Court, a new decision by the Seventh Circuit reminds us why the nomination of Judge Gorsuch is crucial to guarding our liberties for years to come. Before I tell you more about that decision, I will […]
How the Left’s “Inclusion” Rhetoric Excludes
I have been bombarded by the media pushing a leftist political agenda my entire life. Since my high school years, when I first noticed their deliberate attempts to push their particular perspective on me, they seem to be getting even more crass and up front in their efforts. I remember the first time Snapchat got […]
Fact: Both Republicans and Democrats Support Gorsuch
It might be hard for some to believe, given the continuous drumbeat by the media, but Judge Neil Gorsuch has bipartisan support to be confirmed as the next U.S. Supreme Court Justice. He, of course, has the full support of Republican senators, but Sens. Joe Donnelly (D-Indiana), Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia), and Heidi Heitkamp (D-North […]
Explanation of Planned Parenthood Alternatives
As Concerned Women for America (CWA) has previously discussed, Women Don’t Need Planned Parenthood. To expand upon this theme, we would like to provide this short fact sheet explaining all of the alternatives available to a woman seeking health care. Federally Funded Community Health Centers – about 11,000 vs. 665 Planned Parenthoods And they offer […]
Gorsuch One Step Closer to the Supreme Court
It was a painful executive meeting at the Senate Judiciary Committee today where Judge Neil Gorsuch was voted favorably out of committee 11-9 on a straight partisan vote. Democrats struggled to justify voting against such a well-qualified nominee, and they failed miserably. Penny Nance, CEP & President of Concerned Women for America (CWA), said: In […]
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 […]
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 […]
Three Takeaways from Day One of the Gorsuch Hearings
1) Neil Gorsuch was stupendous Once again, Judge Neil Gorsuch showed why he is such a stellar choice for the Supreme Court. He was graceful, poised and patient with all members and had prepared a thoughtful opening statement that captivated the audience. Here are some excerpts: My Mom was one of the first women graduates […]
For America (Day 76)
Lord of all created — visible and invisible — We thank You for this undeserved moment, The morning sunrise, cool temperature, The fresh scent of the approaching spring.
Concerned Women Through History: Religious Liberty — Miriam, Anne Hutchinson, and Tanya Ditty
Freedom. It’s something for which every human heart longs. That opportunity to connect with God and seek Him. Women throughout history have taught the world something about the need for freedom. Miriam, from the book of Exodus, helped her brother Moses lead their nation out of slavery into freedom. Retellings of this epic story often […]