Written by David E. Smith
Last weekend, Leftists gathered in cities across the country for coordinated “No Kings” rallies — events ostensibly organized to complain, scream and whimper that Donald J. Trump is acting like a monarch. In reality, these unsubstantiated attacks on Trump’s leadership mask a much deeper and more troubling agenda. One in which central government would expand dramatically.
A closer look at the sponsors and partners behind the marches reveals a powerful coalition of radical and socialist groups working to reshape America’s political foundation.… Continue Reading
Tags: ACLU of Illinois, Arab American Institute, Arabella Strategy Group, Chicago Federation of Labor, Chicago Teachers Union, Donald J. Trump, Equality Illinois, George Soros, Greenpeace, Human Rights Campaign, Indivisible Chicago, League of Women Voters of Chicago, No Kings, Personal PAC, Planned Parenthood, Sierra Club Illinois, The Ford Foundation, The Rockefeller Foundation, The Tony Kinnett Cast, Tides Foundation, Tony Kinnett, Warren Buffet
Executive Branch, Federal Issues | David E. Smith |
October 23, 2025 5:00 AM |
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Written by Jenna Smith
In this two for one podcast, you’ll hear remarks from Evangela Pringles, director of Pregnancy Aid Illinois during a 40 Days for Life Celebration, and from pastor Caesar LeFlore during the 2020 Rally for Jesus held on the campus of Cavlary Church in Orland Park. These two leaders touch on why advocating for life is so important, and how you can gain real peace to anchor you throughout any storm in life.… Continue Reading
Written by Jenna Smith
In a significant legislative victory for life activists, President Donald Trump’s recent signature on the Federal budget bill is being hailed as a crucial step towards the potential defunding of Planned Parenthood. The Republican-led spending blueprint specifically targets organizations that perform abortions by denying them access to Medicaid funding.
While the legislation carefully avoids mentioning Planned Parenthood by name, the organization, a major provider of reproductive health services, stands to face substantial financial repercussions.… Continue Reading
Written by Robert Knight
Before 1954, pastors, priests and rabbis could openly endorse political parties or candidates.
Then came the Johnson Amendment, named for Lyndon Baines Johnson, then an U.S. Senator from Texas who tweaked the IRS code. Suddenly, tax-exempt nonprofits were barred from “participating or intervening in any political campaign on behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for public office.” The “opposition to” phrase was added in 1986.
A ruthless political strategist before and during his presidency, Johnson engineered this coup after two Texas nonprofit groups had supported his Senate primary opponent.… Continue Reading
Tags: American Civil Liberties Union, Donald Trump, Drag Queen Story Hour, George Barna, James Dobson, Johnson Amendment, Kamala Harris, Lyndon Baines Johnson, McCulloch v. Maryland, Planned Parenthood, Rev. Franklin Graham, Rev. Jerry Falwell, Ronald Reagan, tax-exempt Churches, William Wilberforce
Political, Religious Liberty | David E. Smith |
July 15, 2025 5:00 AM |
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Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
This episode of Spotlight features Steve Karlen who serves as the campaign director for 40 Days for Life, where he trains and assists campaign leaders, co-hosts 40 Days for Life podcast and is the author of the book, “This is When we Begin to Fight.”
For those who may be unfamiliar, 40 Days for Life is a local pro-life ministry whose aim is to end abortion through prayer, fasting, and community outreach.… Continue Reading
Written by David E. Smith
The New York Times recently published a revealing article, titled “Botched Care and Tired Staff: Planned Parenthood in Crisis.” In her article, author Katie Benner details a litany of alarming problems at Planned Parenthood clinics across the U.S. The report asserts that many clinics face a high level of staff turnover that is fueled by substandard pay and poor working conditions.
Drawing from clinic documents, legal filings, and interviews with over 50 current and former executives, consultants, and medical staff, the article highlights a pattern of financial strain, understaffing, and inadequate training that has compromised patient care.… Continue Reading
Tags: Affordable Care Act, birth control, botched abortion, chemical abortion, COVID–19, Dick Durbin, IUD, JB Pritzker, Joni Ernst, Katie Benner, Nakara Alston, Planned Parenthood, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, STDs, stillbirth, surgical abortion, Tammy Duckworth, The New York Times
Sanctity of Life | David E. Smith |
February 28, 2025 7:29 AM |
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Written by Dr. Everett Piper
For the past two weeks, the news headlines have been replete with stories of liberal church leaders condemning the Trump administration for its intent to enforce America’s immigration laws. Here are some examples.
Christianity Today: “Trump’s First Week Sends Shudders Through Immigrant Churches and Ministries.” This article accuses the Trump administration of plunging multiple communities across the nation into fear and anxiety.
Genocide Watch: “Pope Francis Condemns U.S. Deportation Policies, Directly Criticizing Trump’s Immigration Actions.”… Continue Reading
Tags: Biden Administration, Bishop Mark J. Seitz, Black Lives Matter, CBS News, Christianity Today, COVID–19, DEI, Donald Trump, Genocide Watch, Obama Administration, Obamacare, Obergefell, Planned Parenthood, The Church Times, The Denver Post, The Episcopal News Service, The National Catholic Reporter, The Presbyterian News, Trump Administration
Media Watch | David E. Smith |
February 27, 2025 5:00 AM |
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Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
On February 18, President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order that expands access to In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF).
According to the White House,
“The Order recognizes the importance of family formation and that our Nation’s public policy must make it easier for loving and longing mothers and fathers to have children.”
The executive order goes on to cite the dangerously low fertility rate America is currently facing, as well as the difficulty many families are having as they try to have children.… Continue Reading
Tags: Allie Beth Stuckey, Christians, Cory Booker, infertility, IVF, Katy Faust, Planned Parenthood, President Trump, Sanctity of Life, Tammy Duckworth, Them Before Us, White House
Faith & Religion, Federal Issues, Sanctity of Life | Alyssa Sonnenburg |
February 25, 2025 5:00 AM |
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Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
Recently, the 40 Days for Life pro-life activist, Catherine Walker, spoke outside of Illinois’ Flossmoor Planned Parenthood.
Catherine Walker is a post-abortive, pro-life warrior and she has dedicated her life to helping women through the ministry of sidewalk counseling. In this episode of Spotlight, Catherine shares how she is seeing a positive impact in her community as a result of sidewalk counseling.
“My job is to be faithful and be a warrior in the army and go and try to save one life at a time.
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Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
Governor JB Pritzker has been forthcoming and direct in articulating his desires to make Illinois the “abortion capital” of the United States.
In July of this year, Pritzker signed the Birth Equity Act (HB 5142) into law, which mandates insurance companies in Illinois cover the cost of abortion without any deductibles, extra costs, or copays.
In the state of Illinois, you can kill your baby at any point, for any reason, and with no added impact to your wallet.… Continue Reading
Tags: abortion, Crain's Chicago Business, CVS Pharmacy, Emily Glover, Governor Pritzker, Hey Jane, Illinois General Assembly, Jennifer Welch, Planned Parenthood, pro-life, Roe v. Wade, Sanctity of Life, Teleabortion, Walgreens
Illinois Politics, Sanctity of Life | Alyssa Sonnenburg |
December 6, 2024 5:00 AM |
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