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While the airwaves showcase all the exciting things happening at the federal level, there are so many ways YOU can make an impact at the LOCAL level. Every day, decisions are made in townships, villages, cities and schools that influence your life directly!

This March, CTV is partnering with Salt & Light Global and the Great Lakes Justice Center to bring you two "Go Local" good governance training events! Join us for a dynamic training that will equip you with practical tools for servant-statesmanship whether you're an elected local official or a community leader. Speakers include William Wagner (Founder, Salt & Light Global), Dave Kallman (Great Lakes Justice Center) and more!

The same training will be provided at both locations.

Alpena County Event:

March 8th, 9am-5pm

Huron Shores Fellowship

3558 M-32, Alpena, MI 49707

Macomb County Event:

March 22nd, 9am-5pm

Faith Baptist Church

34950 Little Mack Ave, Clinton Twp, MI 48035

Who Should Attend:

School/library board members, precinct delegates, county, city & township officials and citizens or ministry leaders interested in learning more about good governance.

Cost:

$45 per person, with scholarships available upon request.

In Case You Missed It: A quick round up of news across the nation on important issues we're actively monitoring.

President Trump has signed an executive order to expand school choice programs. CTV is thrilled to see movement on making school choice a priority for everyone as we seek educational freedom in our state! Below is an excerpt from a Fox News article:

"The order impacts several federal departments and directs the Education Department to prioritize school choice programs through its discretionary grants, in addition to issuing guidance to states about federal allocations to districts and schools, a senior White House official said.

The order, entitled "Expanding Educational Freedom and Opportunity for Families," directs the Department of Health and Human Services to issue guidance that explains how states receiving block grants for families and children can use that money for faith-based and private institutions within the next 90 days."

Recent movements by the Trump admin to defund the Department of Education have attracted similar sentiments from across Michigan. CTV agrees with Nolan Finley of the Detroit News when he says, "Just because a federal department exists doesn't mean it should." You can click here to read his article.

He refers to another article by Betsy Devos. Here's an excerpt: "Since its creation in 1979, the Department of Education has sent well more than $1 trillion to schools with the express purpose of closing the gaps between the highest and lowest performers. Today, those gaps are as wide as they have ever been, and by many measures, even wider."

"The war on women's sports is over," Trump said as he signed a recent executive order designed to "preserve the rights and dignity for women, opportunities for young girls" by upholding Title IX rules to prevent men from competing in women's sports. This is a welcome return to sanity and fairness for women in America. Here's an excerpt from an article by The Epoch Times:

"Trump is demanding that women be provided equal opportunities in terms of safety, fairness, and privacy. His order points to the benefits of athletics for young girls, including higher self-esteem and fewer instances of drug use, obesity, and teenage pregnancy. ... The Trump administration says it is working with sporting bodies, including a host of associations and organizations, to collectively identify ways to protect women."

In a dissapointing turn of events, Corewell Health has reversed its recent pause on "gender affirming care" for minors, which includes hormone therapy for transition purposes.

In late January, the Trump administration issued an executive order to protect children from chemical and surgical mutilation. Corewell's initial policy change appeared to be a reaction to this, but they have since resumed providing these harmful treatments to minors after mounting pressure from LGBTQ activist groups. If you want to let Corewell Health know where you stand on this issue, you can contact them by clicking here:

Citizens for Traditional Values relies on the support of grassroots activists and concerned citizens who care about preserving, protecting, and promoting the faith-based values that sustain good governance. Your prayer support and financial contributions enable us to be effective as we stand for truth in local communities, Lansing, and beyond.