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Dear John,
The U.S. Supreme Court has begun its Fall 2024 term, and one of the most significant cases on the docket is United States v. Skrmetti. This case will decide the fate of Tennessee's SAFE Act -- a law designed to protect minors from harmful gender transition procedures, which has been challenged by the Biden-Harris administration. Family Research Council is at the forefront of this fight, defending children from these dangerous practices and protecting families from radical ideologies.
Since developing the SAFE Act in 2018, FRC has championed its adoption across multiple states, working tirelessly to shield children from the irreversible harm caused by these experimental procedures. Our commitment to protecting children doesn't stop at legislation, though -- we're standing with the SAFE Act in court.
FRC recently filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court, standing up against the administration's efforts to overturn these protections. Our brief highlights how major medical associations rely on ideology, not science, to support gender transition procedures for minors, and it emphasizes the lack of evidence for these dangerous interventions.
Christopher Mills, who worked with FRC to file this brief, explained it well on Washington Watch on Thursday: "The ideological capture of the American medical groups is really what our brief tries to focus on. When they speak on this issue, it is not based on evidence; it is based on ideology." This is why FRC's work is so important -- we are exposing the truth and standing up for children who cannot protect themselves.
It's not enough for us to just pass laws; we must ensure they withstand challenges from those who would harm children to advance their agenda. That's why we need your support. When you partner with FRC, you help us continue our work in courtrooms and legislatures across the country--fighting to uphold biblical truth, protect vulnerable children, and equip parents with the resources they need to defend their kids.
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Despite attempts by some who claim to represent conservative values, there is a broad consensus among Republican-led legislatures, and even many Democrats, that gender transition procedures are not in the best interest of minors. Tennessee's SAFE Act recognizes the anti-parent agenda of transgender activists and aims to protect children from being misled by profit-driven gender professionals.
These procedures often begin with puberty blockers, then cross-sex hormones, before progressing to surgeries that result in permanent damage to a child's body. Even the beginning stages can lead to lifelong health issues, including infertility, bone density loss, and increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Thankfully, people are waking up. Across the country, 26 states have enacted SAFE Acts or similar laws -- many overcoming vetoes by governors -- because they know what's at stake.
The challenges we face are significant, but we know that with your support and God's continued help, we can overcome them. Our work goes beyond the courtroom; we are also committed to educating the public on the truth about these harmful procedures.
Through our media channels, like Washington Watch, The Washington Stand, and our Stand Firm app, FRC is reaching millions of Americans with the facts they need to understand the stakes in this fight. We are equipping parents, pastors, and concerned citizens with the tools to protect their children and stand up against this harmful agenda.
The outcome of United States v. Skrmetti will affect families not only in Tennessee but across America. FRC is standing in the gap -- but we need your help. Your gift today will enable us to continue fighting these critical battles, both in court and in the public square. Together, we can ensure that children are safe from harmful experiments and that parents' rights are upheld.
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The SAFE Act is a crucial measure to protect children from the harmful consequences of gender transition procedures. Yet, the activists pushing this agenda are more concerned with ideological conformity than with the well-being of vulnerable children.
John, will you stand with us in this fight for truth and for the safety of our children? Your support can make all the difference.
By partnering with FRC today, you are joining a movement dedicated to upholding truth and protecting the innocence and well-being of our nation's children. Your contribution helps us fight these battles, educate the public, and hold those in power accountable.
Thank you for your prayers and partnership in this vital cause. Together, we can make a lasting impact and protect future generations from harm.
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