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| Podcast: Wisconsin Pro-Life Group Attacked, Target Targets Kids | S2 E6 |
|  | This week we discuss a pro-abortion terrorist attack on our pro-life sister organization in Wisconsin as well as Senator Amy Klobuchar’s recent problematic comments concerning abortion. Our main story this week concern’s Target’s new collection for “Pride” month which includes Pride propaganda on toddler clothing, and, most horrifically, chest binders for underage girls. Grace and Moses discuss the physiological and physical side effects of wearing such devices and how Target is profiting off of gender dysphoria and the social contagion associated with it, especially among young girls. Get the facts so you can stand for truth! Get the podcast: |
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| Blog: Biden Equality Plan Won't Work |
|  | By Luke Mueller Author Ibram X. Kendi, in his book How to be an Antiracist proposed that “[o]ne either allows racial inequities to persevere, as a racist, or confronts racial inequities, as an antiracist.” His words took hold of the minds of many Americans sensitive to the racial tensions that seem to have grown stronger in recent years. Kendi claims that one cannot simply be non-racist, but one must also promote the rights of minorities (discriminated against) over the rights of the majority (discriminators). Kendi’s ideas are being put to the test as the Biden Administration announced plans to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion in every area of government. In an executive order, President Biden promised action from 140 different government agencies to achieve racial equity. Although this may seem like a step forward, the Administration’s proposed solution would only fight inequality with inequality. Views on inequality run the gamut, with some conservatives denying that any racial injustice exists. However, we can plainly see how racial discrimination did exist in obvious ways that still affect people today. Take the idea of redlining, one important example that was practiced here in Minnesota, not just in southern states. After President Franklin Roosevelt’s New Deal was signed, companies and city planners outlined areas with large minority populations and labeled them as potentially “hazardous.” As a result, these inked-in neighborhoods saw a drastic loss in investment, and a huge spike in mortgage rates. How did this effect the minority residents? As it became more difficult to buy a house, residents were forced to rent. Without ownership of a house, or the ability to benefit from the increased value of their home, black residents suffered from poverty as some white counterparts enjoyed increased home equity. Sadly, these problems did not just end in our grandparents’ generation. (CONTINUE READING) |
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| Blog: Minnesota House Member Takes on "Big Abortion" |
|  | By Luke Mueller The news of the Supreme Court’s draft decision on Roe v. Wade has swept over our nation like a tidal wave. But as we await the final decision, there is much work to do. Fortunately, pro-lifers like Minnesota Representative Lisa Demuth (R-Cold Spring) have been valiantly working to create a culture of life in Minnesota. On May 3rd, Rep. Demuth took on the pro-abortion establishment when she submitted amendments to a bill in order to help protect mothers and their children. The Health and Human Services omnibus bill in the Minnesota House seeks to make “historic investments in human services” by pouring cash into the health care workforce and certain health issues. All told, the 876-page bill proposes $478.7 million for health care services and early childhood programs and $270.7 million for health programs. With this increased spending came typical questions about responsible use of taxpayer money, but some looked beyond just finances. Representative Lisa Demuth sought to amend the bill to include protections for women and children. First, Rep. Demuth argued that abortion clinics should have regular inspections and should have to be licensed annually. In the hearing, she remarked that “This is about the health and safety of women. We require other facilities to be licensed, other health care facilities, so why wouldn’t we expect the same of these [abortion] facilities?” In a truly sad bit of irony, tanning salons undergo inspections, but abortion centers do not. |
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| What It Takes: Our Annual Dinner with Kayleigh McEnany (June 17th) |
|  | Join us on June 17th in Bloomington for our 2022 Annual Dinner. We’re looking forward to an exciting and inspiring evening focused on WHAT IT TAKES to transform our state by leveraging our biblical citizenship. We’re thrilled to welcome KAYLEIGH MCENANY as our keynote speaker, to share with us about faithfully fighting for life, family, and religious freedom at the highest levels of politics and beyond! Registration is now open! Contact Cheryl at 612.789.8811 x 202 or [email protected] with any questions about tickets, sponsorship, or our ministry partners program. |
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| Sign Your Teen Up for Our Leadership Camp (July 24-29) |
|  | | LEAD is a unique opportunity for teenagers to grow as leaders, build confidence, and gain skills that they will continue to use for the rest of their lives. But don’t take our word for it! If you're thinking of sending your son or daughter to LEAD, we'd like to offer some encouragement from a LEAD parent:
Thank you for creating this unique opportunity for young adults! Your program has been very confidence building for my young men who have already attended. My 3rd son is looking forward to attending this year for the first time.
At LEAD, we recognize that challenging and encouraging young people to rise to the responsibility of leadership is an important part of equipping the next generation.
To learn more about LEAD and to register, head to leadminnesota.org and don’t forget to check us out on Facebook and Instagram!
Who: Highschool students ages 13–19
What: A hands-on leadership and worldview camp which equips the next generation of Christian leaders to engage the culture.
When: July 24-29, 2022 |
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