Congress Approved Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

Washington, D.C. – This afternoon, the House approved the Senate-passed conference report of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act bill that overhauls the tax system. The bill will now head to President Trump’s desk for signature. Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America, issued the following statement: “Our tax system is unnecessarily complex and […]

CWA Joins Chris Gard and Connie Yates to ‘Pray for Justice’

This past summer, the short but impactful life of one little boy in the United Kingdom (UK), Charlie Gard, captured the attention of the world. Charlie was born with a rare mitochondrial disease, and just shy of his first birthday, he was removed from life support against his parents’ wishes. It was a lengthy legal […]

Israel and the Embassy Move: the Administration Heard Your Voice

December 6, 2017 was an historic day – President Donald Trump formally recognized Jerusalem as the capital city of Israel, 22 years after the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995 was affirmed by the Senate. The Jerusalem Embassy Act urged the United States to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and respond by moving our embassy from […]

Judicial Excellence Shines Under Trump, McConnell

Washington, D.C. — Today, the U.S. Senate, under the leadership of Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky), has confirmed the 10th judicial nominee to a circuit court: Leonard Steven Grasz to the Eight Circuit. Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America, issued the following statement: “I want to commend President Donald J. Trump […]

Merry Christmas Greetings (and Looking Ahead to 2018)

We at Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Georgia wish you the happiest of all Christmases! Thank you for joining with CWA of Georgia in our efforts. Throughout the year, I have been reminded of your faithfulness to defend America’s Judeo-Christian heritage and Biblical values in public policy. Thank you for your commitment to pray, […]

Justice Department Investigates Planned Parenthood Over Sale of Fetal Tissue

Washington, D.C. — Last night it was announced that the Department of Justice has launched an official investigation of Planned Parenthood’s practices and sale of fetal tissue. Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America, issued the following statement: “It’s about time! Since 1916, when Margaret Sanger opened the first ‘birth control clinic,’ […]

President Trump Declares Jerusalem as Israel’s Capital and Announces Embassy Move

Washington, D.C. – Today, President Donald Trump made a statement officially recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of the state of Israel. He ordered the State Department to begin the process of moving the United States embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America, issued the following statement: “Today, […]

President Trump to Declare Jerusalem as Israel’s Capital

Washington, D.C. – President Donald Trump is expected to make a speech next week recognizing Jerusalem as the capital city of Israel. Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America, had this to say: “I happily anticipate President Trump’s upcoming statement recognizing Jerusalem as the capital city of the Jewish state of Israel. Six months […]

A Lot Wrong with Sen. Franken’s Behavior

Fifty percent of voters believe Sen. Al Franken (D-Minnesota) should resign from office, following the recent sexual misconduct allegations, according to a Politico/Morning Consult poll.  Forty six percent believe he should be expelled. Good. There is a lot wrong with Sen. Franken’s behavior. And it is not just in the distant past.  Just a few […]

President Trump Delivering on Judges

Washington, D.C. – President Donald J. Trump has just announced he is adding five more names (Judge Amy Barrett, Judge Brett Kavanaugh, Judge Kevin Newsome, Justice Britt Grant and Justice Patrick Wyrick) to his already solid list of possible United States Supreme Court Justices. Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America had this to […]

Victory for Children, Families, CWA, the Pro-Life Community and Our Nation

The Adoption Tax Credit is saved! We told you recently about some rumblings at the Capitol where some congressmen were considering dropping this important adoption incentive.  As Penny Nance, our CEO & President, told Axios, we immediately went to “work to clean up the mistake” and that is precisely what we did. Concerned Women for […]

Adoption Tax Credit Restored

Washington, D.C. – Today the House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin Brady (R-Texas) introduced a manager’s amendment to the Tax Cuts and Job Act which reinstated the Adoption Tax Credit. Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America had this to say: “We are thankful to see that, as of today, the Adoption Tax […]

Capitol Hill Brief — On Christian Dogma

  Last week, I stood up against the attacks on Judge Amy Barrett of the Seventh Circuit. She was shamefully attacked for her faith.  Here is a clip of what I said: [Audio Clip] Penny Nance: The “Christian dogma” that a few find appalling embodies the best of humanity. It calls us to love others […]

Capitol Hill Brief — Defending Amy Barrett

  Last week, I was invited to speak on behalf of the Seventh Circuit Nominee and now-Judge Amy Barrett. I proudly stood alongside Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley and a number of other senators to decry the recent anti-Christian line of questioning that some liberal senators used against Judge Barrett. […]

The First Annual Feisty & Feminine Event Was a Success!

The first annual Feisty & Feminine event was a success! Over 100 women from all generations were empowered to go back to their communities and deliver a courageous and redemptive message of truth, love, and power! Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America (CWA), was the keynote speaker. She talked about the […]

Our U.S. Senators Need to Hear From Us Now Concerning Pro-life Legislation!

Dear Friend, Please support this urgent appeal for the unborn from Penny Nance, Concerned Women for America’s (CWA) CEO and President: “It’s a scientific fact that unborn children can feel pain when they reach 20 weeks. This legislation protects unborn children and their mothers who face a higher risk of complications from a late-term abortion. […]

House Republicans unveil tax reform

Washington D.C. – Today the House Ways and Means Committee unveiled the Republican tax reform bill, the Tax Cuts and Job Act.  Among many changes, it was revealed that a typical family of four earning $59,000 (median household income) will receive a $1,182 tax cut. The child tax credit will be raised to $1,600 per […]

Dogma Lives On, For Now

It’s a big win for religious liberty and Concerned Women for America (CWA) this week, as the U.S. Senate confirmed by a vote of 55-43 Prof. Amy Coney Barrett to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit. A big “thank you” to all of our CWA members who made their voices heard on this […]

Senate must confirm abundantly qualified Amy Barrett

Penny Nance joins McConnell, Senate Republicans & Religious Liberty Groups for Press Conference TODAY Washington, D.C. – On Monday, October 30, 2017, Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America, joins Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-IA), other Republican Senators and religious liberty groups to hold a press conference […]