The Problems With Feminism
The last 200 years have seen several significant waves of the feminist movement. From securing for women the right to vote to advocating for equal pay, feminists have worked hard to bridge the gap between men and women. While some of these efforts have been beneficial, the movement has had several unintended consequences that are […]
The Strange New World Of Identity Politics (Re-Air)
Many of us may look around our world today at the numerous social, cultural, and political movements, and wonder how we got to this point. Identity politics seems to dominate so many facets of our culture, but if we look back at history, we can see that this seemingly illogical movement has followed a fairly […]
What’s Happened In the North Carolina General Assembly So Far This Year
The North Carolina General Assembly hit the ground running this spring. There has been a flood of bills covering a wide variety of topics, many of which could make a significant impact on North Carolina. This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes back NC Family’s own John Rustin and Jere Royall […]
Taking People Out of Our Lives: The Damage of the Sexual Revolution
From abortion to divorce, the Sexual Revolution altered our culture in countless ways. Families have been torn apart from the societal changes brought about as a result of this era, which can be linked to gang violence, protests, and civil unrest. This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Mary Eberstadt, Author […]
The Danger in Our Pockets and How It’s Hurting Our Teens
Over the last decade, we have seen a drastic rise in mental health problems, especially amongst teens. This has become apparent not just in how frequently we are talking about things like depression and anxiety, but also by the rise in actions such as suicide that are measurable indicators. This week on Family Policy Matters, […]
Reclaiming Feminism
“Feminism” is a word that often stirs up strong emotional reactions. Some people are strongly for it, and others are strongly opposed. The truth of the matter, though, is that what we associate with feminism today is not what the leaders of the feminist movement envisioned back in the 1800s. This week on Family Policy […]
Deaths of Despair: The Connection Between Drugs, Alcohol, Suicide, and Religion
Over the last several years, there has been a significant increase in what has been termed “deaths of despair” – suicide, alcohol, and drug overdose induced deaths. At the same time, there has been a stark decrease in religious affiliation. Is there a connection between the two? This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci […]
“We Don’t Know What We’re Doing:” A Doctor’s Perspective on the Transgender Movement
The transgender movement has taken the world by storm over the last few years. Children who aren’t allowed to drink alcohol or drive a car are now making potentially life-altering decisions about their gender and body composition, sometimes as young as four years old. This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes […]
The Lasting Dangers of Transgenderism
Making the decision to undergo gender reassignment procedures is a big deal. The surgeries and hormone therapies each come with their own host of risks and side effects that can affect the individuals for the rest of their lives. This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Kallie Fell to discuss her new […]
Getting Work Right (Re-Air)
This show originally aired in December 2019 In an American culture focused so heavily on achievement and getting things done, most of us understand the value of hard work, and would feel complimented if someone told us we were a hard worker. But equally as important is the practice of leisure, or the contemplative life. […]