“Success Sequence” Reinforces Benefits of Traditional Principles
I’m a Zillennial. This isn’t an official generation, but I fall right on the cusp of Millennials and Gen Z, and social media has created this term for people around my age who don’t identify with just one generation. For example, I clearly remember VHS tapes, but most 90s pop references are lost on me. […]
Your Kids Are Back at School, Now What?
If you are a parent, you likely dedicated a substantial amount of time in August getting your children ready for the first day of the new school year, including back-to-school shopping and figuring out the bus schedule—if your student rides the bus. But now that kids are back in school, what’s next? NC Family recently […]
Newly Passed Laws Seek to Protect Children from Harm
In recent weeks, the N.C. General Assembly has passed several measures designed to protect children from exposure to obscene and sexually explicit materials and activities. Two bills in particular were both ratified by state lawmakers on September 22 and signed by Governor Roy Cooper on September 29. The first bill, SB 579—Prevent Harm to Children, […]
“What did you learn today?” An increasingly important question—especially for parents
With everything going on in our society and culture, there are plenty of reasons for parents to worry about their children’s education. As the primary educators of our children, we have to be involved in their education. As ideologies like Critical Race Theory (CRT) and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) gain increased footholds in both […]
NC General Assembly Overrides Governor’s Vetoes and Enacts Three Pro-Family Bills
This evening, the North Carolina General Assembly voted to override Governor Cooper’s vetoes of six bills. These bills include SB 49—Parents’ Bill of Rights, HB 574—Fairness in Women’s Sports Act, and HB 808—Gender Transition/Minors, each of which will significantly help children grow up in a healthy and safe environment. In addition to this, the General […]
POV: “Speaking Truth to Our Gender Dysphoric Neighbors: Motivated By Love and the Best Interest of Another!”
Two realizations hit me hard the moment I held my newborn for the first time. Initially, it was the comprehension of my mother’s love for me. I had no idea that she treasured me so much, until I, too, had a child of my own to treasure. But then, holding my first baby in my […]
VIDEO | Setting a Date to Override the Governor and an Update on Casino Gambling
Welcome to this week’s episode of NC Family’s Weekly Update, where we share the highlights of the past week at the N.C. General Assembly and beyond. In this episode, we cover: An update on the scheduled override votes on the three gender-related bills that Governor Cooper vetoed; and An update on casino gambling in North […]
ALERT: Urge Your State House and Senate Members to OVERRIDE Gov. Cooper’s Veto of Three Critically Important Pro-Family Bills!
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has vetoed the Parents’ Bill of Rights, the Fairness in Women’s Sports Act, and a bill that will prohibit gender transition procedures on minors. Now it’s up to the General Assembly to OVERRIDE these misguided vetoes! Please TAKE ACTION NOW by visiting NC Family’s Action Center and calling your State House and Senate Members […]
Gov. Cooper Vetoes Parents’ Bill of Rights, Fairness in Women’s Sports, and Gender Transition Bills
Earlier today, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper vetoed the Parents’ Bill of Rights, the Fairness in Women’s Sports Act, and a bill that would prohibit gender transition procedures on minors. While these vetoes were anticipated, it is still discouraging to see our governor stand against these protections for parents, children, and families in North Carolina. […]
Parents’ Bill of Rights Passes State Senate, Heads to Gov. Cooper
This afternoon, the North Carolina Senate gave final approval to SB 49—Parents’ Bill of Rights by a vote of 26-13. This action comes after the bill was considered and approved by the House Rules Committee and then the full House earlier in the week. This bill clarifies and codifies parents’ rights when it comes to […]