The Truth About Transgenderism (with Dr. Miriam Grossman)

In the last ten years, the number of individuals in America aged 18-24 who identify as “transgender” increased by 422%, and the increase is similar for those who are aged 25-34. During this same period, there has also been a sharp rise in activism celebrating this lifestyle and fighting for trans “rights.” Why is this […]
4th Circuit Rules NC State Health Plan Must Cover Transgender Treatments

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that the North Carolina State Health Plan must provide coverage for transgender “treatments,” asserting that the Plan’s ban on such procedures violates the Equal Protection Clause. North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell was named as the lead defendant in the case since the NC State Health Plan […]
A NC Detransitioner Sues Her Doctors (With Josh Payne)

As a teenager, Prisha Mosley was told that she was born in the wrong body and that transitioning her gender would solve the various mental health problems she was experiencing. She received cross-sex hormones and a double mastectomy only to realize that these procedures were not the solution. Now, after detransitioning, she is suing the […]
Get to Know Our Staff, From Top Gun to Upcoming Weddings

NC Family has done so many amazing projects this year. All of this, of course, wouldn’t be possible without the eleven amazing staff members who work together every day. Now’s your chance to get to know some of the people behind the work that we do. This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette […]
General Education Could Be Getting A Makeover at Public Universities

Over the last few years, quite a few higher education institutions have been criticized for appearing to focus more on niche topics while neglecting basic courses and curricula that constitute a well-rounded education. Many are starting to reevaluate what courses should be a priority and how to best go about implementing them at a state policy […]
What You Need to Know About Critical Race Theory

Over the last decade, critical race theory has grown from something that was only discussed in academia to a concept that is now being taught in schools, featured on the news, and brought up in casual conversations. Some people are adamantly in favor of it, and others are just as adamantly opposed. But how should […]
Senator Joyce Krawiec Receives NC Family’s Life & Liberty Award at Annual Dinner

Last night, at NC Family’s 2023 Winston-Salem Dinner, State Senator Joyce Krawiec (R-Forsyth) was awarded NC Family’s “Life & Liberty Award” to recognize and celebrate her decades-long commitment to serving the citizens and families of North Carolina. Consistent with NC Family’s vision of “A state and nation where God is honored, religious freedom flourishes, families […]
New US House Speaker, New NC Maps, 2023 Session Adjourns

Mike Johnson Becomes the New U.S. House Speaker After three weeks of turmoil following the ouster of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy from the top leadership post in the U.S. House of Representatives, a new leader has finally emerged. On Wednesday, House Republicans elected Congressman Mike Johnson of Louisiana to become the new Speaker of the […]
NC Act to Protect Children from Transgender “Procedures” Faces Lawsuit

A 9-year-old female, who identifies as a male, and her parents are the lead plaintiffs in a recently filed lawsuit challenging North Carolina’s new law that prohibits the administration of puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and “gender reassignment surgeries” on minors. A physician and three groups supporting the procedures have joined the suit against the state’s […]
Select Items of Note in North Carolina’s 2023-2024 Budget Bill

Last Friday, state lawmakers in North Carolina gave final approval to a much anticipated, and much delayed, state budget. The 625-page HB 259—2023 Appropriations Act appropriates just shy of $30 Billion in 2023-24, and $31 Billion in 2024-25. The state fiscal year begins on July 1, so passage of the budget bill by the Republican-led […]