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What We Know - And What We Don't - About the Election Results

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Dear John,

As I write this message, there's still a lot we don't know about the
2020 election results. Here in Minnesota, there are some very close
races that could end in a recount. Nationally, neither Joe Biden nor
Donald Trump has attained 270 electoral votes, and recounts and legal
action are likely.
 
In the midst of that uncertainty, it's important to remember what we
do know.
1. We know that the forecasts of a progressive landslide in
Minnesota and around the country were wrong. We know for
certain that pro-life lawmakers made gains in the US House and
the Minnesota House, and (it appears now) will be able to
maintain their majorities in the US Senate and the Minnesota
Senate. More information on that below!
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2. We know that even if Joe Biden wins the presidency, there will
be strong checks on his actions in terms of a pro-life majority
in the US Senate, a strongly constitutionalist majority of
judges on the US Supreme Court.

Most importantly, we know there are deep truths beyond politics. Most
importantly, we know that the future of our state and our nation are
not randomly generated. Rather, there is One who is sovereign over all
- and it isn't Donald Trump or Joe Biden. The rich blessings our
country has always enjoyed, and even the trials that have made us
stronger, have all come from God's hand. Politics and
politicians can't change that.
 
 So, join me in praying for our nation - praying confidently that
the truth will win over lies, that life will triumph over death, and
that God's design for the family would be honored throughout our
country. That's what we'll be working for, whoever wins.
 
Praying with you,
John

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Our Attorney's Perspective: Religious Freedom At Stake in the
Fulton Case

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By Renee Carlson, General Counsel for True North Legal - A Legal
Initiative of Minnesota Family Institute

Should a faith-based social services agency be excluded from
participating in a city's foster care program, simply for
operating in accordance with its sincerely held religious beliefs? The
answer is no - unless the agency is located in the city of
Philadelphia.  

On November 4th the Supreme Court of the United States heard oral
arguments in a significant matter concerning the free exercise of
religion in the First Amendment. Catholic Social Services (CSS), along
with two women who have participated in their foster care program,
challenged the city of Philadelphia's discriminatory actions
- specifically the city's refusal to place foster kids
with the agency unless it changed its policies regarding same-sex
marriage. Consistent with Catholic teaching, CSS cannot endorse
same-sex couples as foster parents in partnership with their agency,
as it would be in conflict with the sincerely held religious beliefs
of the Catholic Church. As a result of CSS's deeply held
religious beliefs about marriage, it was barred from its placement
arrangements with the city of Philadelphia.

Never mind the fact that the City received no complaints about CSS, or
that CSS has been serving some of Philadelphia's most vulnerable
and at-risk children for over a century (well before the city of
Philadelphia even engaged in the foster system) and within that time
frame not a single same-sex couple has approached CSS about becoming a
foster parent. Rather, the City refused to work with CSS after
reading in a newspaper that CSS could not endorse same-sex couples as
foster parents through their agency. 

While Fulton is about a social service agency and foster
parents seeking reprieve from Philadelphia's attack on their
faith, there's more. CSS also asked the Supreme Court to revisit
the Court's long-standing approach to analyzing religious
freedom claims, specifically asking the Court to revisit its analysis
in a case called Employment Division v. Smith. Previous
to Smith, the Court evaluated laws infringing upon religious
freedoms with the utmost scrutiny ("strict scrutiny").
However, Smith, as decided in 1990, changed the course of how
courts approach free exercise claims, looking instead to the
neutrality and general applicability of a law. Thus some laws that
severely limit certain religious beliefs and practices have been
upheld. (CONTINUED....) 

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Continue reading at The Family Beacon

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VICTORY for Life in Minnesota! 

 

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This election cycle, Minnesotans turned out to the polls in
potentially record-breaking numbers and what could be the highest
voter turnout rate in the nation. As the results are finalized, we can
celebrate some key pro-life victories in our state! If current results
hold, Minnesota will maintain a pro-life majority in the state senate.
This is wonderful news that will have life-saving implications in the
upcoming legislative session!

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On the Congressional level, Minnesota's election results have
also yielded four pro-life congressional seats, with Representatives
Tom Emmer, Pete Stauber, and Jim Hagedorn defending their seats, and
Michelle Fischbach ousting incumbent Colin Peterson in District 7.

Unfortunately, Senator Tina Smith, who has boasted about the fact that
she is the only Senator to have worked for Planned Parenthood and
recently opposed the confirmation of pro-life Supreme Court Justice
Amy Coney Barrett, will continue to represent Minnesota in the U.S.
Senate after beating her challenger, Jason Lewis.
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The nation still awaits official results for the Presidential
election. Joe Biden currently leads in Georgia, Nevada, and
Pennsylvania, putting him on track to pass the 270 vote threshold
necessary to win the electoral college, although results have not yet
officially been called in those three states or in North Carolina, and
the Georgia Secretary of State confirmed this morning that the narrow
margin between the two candidates will lead to a recount. Uncertainty
can be difficult and anxiety-inducing. Rather than being consumed by
that anxiety, let's cast all our anxieties on the God who cares
for us.

As we celebrate pro-life victories, mourn the defeats, and wait for
finalized results, let's continue to commit to praying for our
elected leaders and for the peace of our nation. Let's also
remember that the results of this election will not change our calling
as followers of Christ. In the days, weeks, months, and years to come
we are still called to be salt and light, proclaiming the truth,
seeking justice, loving mercy, and walking humbly before God. This is
true as we wait for results, and it will remain true once those
results are finalized. And in everything, we can rejoice in the fact
that we worship the God who is the same yesterday, today, and forever
and that his purposes will prevail no matter what.

Share this piece at The Family Beacon
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Together for Good, a Christian nonprofit in the Twin Cities that comes
alongside children and parents experiencing crisis, is hosting its
first virtual fundraising event on Saturday, November 14. 

Register for free here and email [email protected] for
more information!
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 CONTEND: A FREE conference for parents, family and friends of
those dealing with same-sex attractions.

Topics included:

A Kingdom Perspective of Parents

The Satanic War on Parents

Finding Freedom from the Blame and Shame of the Enemy

Understanding Trauma and the Brain

God's Higher Vision for Your Child 

The Building Blocks of Attachment 

Kingdom Tools to Fight for Your Child

Also:

Powerful Testimonies and
Extravagant Worship

Email:  [email protected] for more info and
to register.  

**Conference is being held in the Twin Cities. Get location
information when you register.

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 Educating and Equipping Parents on the Transgender Trend

Get Your Copy of the Minnesota Parent Resource Guide! 
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The Parent Resource Guide sheds light on the consequences
transgender ideas have on kids' lives, while equipping parents to play
a positive role in creating a truly welcoming school community. 

 

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Responding to the transgender trend with truth and compassion starts
with the Parent Resource Guide. Get your copy HERE today and
invite a friend to do the same! 
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Click to order your copy today:

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Did you know that when you shop with Amazon Smile, Amazon
makes a donation to Minnesota Family Institute at no cost to you?

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This is one of the easiest ways to support our mission of advancing
life, family, and religious freedom in Minnesota!

You can support our mission while you shop by clicking here
(smile.amazon.com/ch/41-1439560) or with AmazonSmile ON in the Amazon
Shopping app and AmazonSmile donates to Minnesota Family Institute.

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Thank you for sharing Minnesota Family Council's vision for
strong families and communities through Christ. As we approach a
momentous election, we need your support now more than ever. Click
here to give now.

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We are grateful for your partnership with us through prayer and
financial support.

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Minnesota Family Council 
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Minneapolis, MN, 55418-3265

Phone 612.789.8811 / FAX
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