State Senator Opposes College Tuition Assistance For Illegal Aliens
February 1, 2005
A Nebraska lawmaker is voicing opposition to a bill in the state legislature that would reward illegal aliens with special tuition benefits. The legislation, introduced by Senator Dianna Schimek, would allow illegal aliens' children to qualify for in-state tuition at the University of Nebraska, provided the children have graduated from a high schoo... Full Story...D.C. Leaders Told Fathers May Be Key to Ending Welfare
February 1, 2005
A panel discussion of Washington, D.C., policymakers and family advocates recently addressed the important role of fathers in the government's consideration of welfare reform. One key presentation was made by a journalist who followed three welfare families in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Full Story...
Critic Says Eastwood's 'Baby' Spoiled By Pro-Death Message
February 1, 2005
A conservative talk radio host says Clint Eastwood's new movie, Million Dollar Baby (Warner Bros., 2004), has a disconcerting theme, and all of the Oscar buzz the movie is generating is overshadowed by the movie's disturbing ideology. Full Story...
D. James Kennedy Sees 'Wall of Evolution' Eventually Tumbling Down
February 1, 2005
The founder of the Center for Reclaiming America says although the theory of evolution has influenced virtually every school district worldwide, there are signs that its influence is waning. Full Story...
Donors Bless Rural Christian School with $1 Million Donation
February 1, 2005
A couple who asked to remain anonymous has given one-million dollars to a Christian boarding and day school in Iowa. Full Story...
Kansas, Idaho Lawmakers Stewing Over Marriage Amendment Proposals
February 1, 2005
Depending on how their elected representatives in the Statehouse vote this week, the citizens of Kansas may or may not see a proposed constitutional amendment protecting traditional marriage on the April ballot. Full Story...
With an Eye Ahead: The Top Eleven Films of 2005
February 1, 2005
For those who are looking forward to a year of outreach and ministry through movies, the "top ten" lists that examine the previous year are certainly valuable. Most of the films that debuted last year are now available on DVD and contain great illustrations that can be brought into the Sunday school classroom, Bible Study session, or the sanctuary. Full Story...
Evangelist Brings Ministry to Media Circus at MJ's Trial
February 1, 2005
Members of the press covering the Michael Jackson trial are getting an opportunity to encounter the gospel, as presented by California author-evangelist Ray Comfort. The minister plans to be in the midst of the media-feeding frenzy, serving up spiritual food for thought throughout. Full Story...
Online Complaint Pushes U.C. to Reconsider Men's Lit. Course
February 1, 2005
After being accused of gender discrimination, the University of California has reversed an earlier decision to reject a lower-division English course called "Literature By and About Men." Full Story...
Iowa Rep. Claims Life High on Congress's Agenda; Some Pro-Lifers Doubtful
February 1, 2005
A conservative congressman from Iowa says the Republican-controlled Congress is eager to get to work on pro-life legislation and rejects criticism that the GOP has not been aggressive on the sanctity-of-life issue. Full Story...
Pro-Lifers Smiling at Feldt's Departure from PPFA
January 31, 2005
Pro-life advocates are hoping the resignation of Gloria Feldt as head of Planned Parenthood Federation of America will be good news for the unborn. One of those pro-lifers says he is pleased to see Feldt's "reign of death" come to an end. Full Story...
Class on Islam Moved After Christian's Offer to Debate the Subject
January 31, 2005
Tennessee State University in Nashville has denied Muslims access to a room in which they hoped to hold a free course on Islam. The move came not long after the dean of a Bible college in nearby Cookeville questioned the taxpayer-funded course. Full Story...