Archive - Doug Carlson
Congress Sails SCHIP Into Icy Waters
The Senate has now joined the House in passing a massive expansion to a health insurance program for needy children. What began as a commendable program more than a decade ago to provide health insurance to children whose low-income families do not qualify for Medicaid has been hijacked into something far different—largely at the expense of the families and children it purports to assist. more »
By Doug Carlson - Feb 3, 2009
Topic: Family, Children, Living, Health, Citizenship, Legislation
Assault on the Unborn Underway, Battle Begins
It took just a few days in office for President Barack Obama to begin dismantling pro-life policies. The 44th president used the power of his pen Jan. more »
By Doug Carlson - Jan 27, 2009 - (1)
Topic: Life, Abortion, Citizenship, Legislation
Life issues in 2009
Barack Obama made history today to the adulation of millions by becoming the first black man to assume the presidency of the United States. On Jan. more »
By Doug Carlson - Jan 20, 2009 - (4)
Topic: Life, Abortion, Citizenship, Legislation
Religious Liberty in 2009
America will reflect this week on one of her foundational principles: religious liberty. In one of his final acts in office, President Bush will set aside Jan. more »
By Doug Carlson - Jan 13, 2009 - (2)
Topic: Family, Living, Health, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality, Life, Abortion, Citizenship, Legislation, Religious Liberty
Wreath-Laying for Veterans: ‘Remember, Honor, and Teach’
For some visitors to the nation’s capital recently, their attention was not on the National Christmas Tree and the Pageant of Peace outside the White House but on the celebrated cemetery overlooking the city from the western banks of the Potomac. more »
By Doug Carlson - Dec 23, 2008 - (1)
Topic: Citizenship, War
Historic Trafficking Bill Clears Congress
In one of their final days in session, Congress set aside differences to pass sweeping anti-trafficking legislation that will help rescue untold numbers of women and girls from the heinous sex-trade industry. more »
By Doug Carlson - Dec 16, 2008 - (1)
Topic: Family, Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Citizenship, Legislation
Judeo-Christian heritage not welcome at Capitol Visitor Center
The ribbon was cut on the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center (CVC) last week with all the expected fanfare. Theaters, galleries, original founding-era documents, a scale model of the Capitol building, and interactive computers line the now-complete exhibition hall intended to provide Capitol visitors with a history of Congress, the nation’s first branch of power. more »
By Doug Carlson - Dec 9, 2008 - (6)
Topic: Citizenship, , Religious Liberty
Wilberforce Act Worth Consideration
President-elect Obama is filling up his cabinet, President Bush is now considered a lame duck, and incoming members of Congress already know which offices they’ll soon occupy. more »
By Doug Carlson - Dec 3, 2008 - (7)
Topic: Family, Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Citizenship, Legislation
Gambling Regulations Win Out but Game Not Over
Congressional deliberations on the sinking economy and corporate bailouts have overshadowed some recent positive financial news. The Bush administration has gained the upper hand in a drawn out battle with Capitol Hill critics by finalizing regulations to crack down on illegal Internet gambling, a welcomed action by most but one that’s already under attack. more »
By Doug Carlson - Nov 25, 2008 - (8)
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling, Citizenship, Legislation
EPA Proposes More Financial Pain for Families, Churches
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering hampering families, businesses, and even churches with restrictions on carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gas emissions. more »
By Doug Carlson - Nov 18, 2008 - (1)
Topic: Science, Environment