Archive - Tom Strode
FDA delays decision on ‘morning-after’ pill
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has delayed a decision on whether to permit over-the-counter (OTC) sale of the Plan B “morning-after” pill. more »
By Tom Strode - Sep 15, 2005
Rehnquist ‘pillar’ on high court, Land says
Chief Justice William Rehnquist, who died Sept. 3, stood firm for “truth and justice and the U.S. Constitution” in his 33 years on the Supreme Court, ERLC President Richard Land. more »
By Tom Strode - Sep 15, 2005
Topic: Life, Abortion, Citizenship, National
Bush selects Roberts as next chief justice
President Bush has named John Roberts to replace Chief Justice William Rehnquist, who died Sept. 3 after a lengthy illness.
The President announced his selection of Roberts two days after Rehnquist’s death. more »
By Tom Strode - Sep 15, 2005
Topic: Life, Abortion, Citizenship, National
No votes yet on parental rights bill
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Parents Right to Know Act (S. 1279/H.R. 3011)—The legislation, which has not been voted on by Congress, bars the funding of family planning programs that distribute contraceptives to underage children without parental consent.
By Tom Strode - Aug 31, 2005
Topic: Life, Abortion, Citizenship, Legislation
Underage drinking proposal awaits action
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Sober Truth on Preventing (STOP) Underage Drinking Act (S. 408/H.R. more »
By Tom Strode - Aug 31, 2005
Topic: Family, Addictions, Substance Abuse, Citizenship, Legislation, Social Issues
Trafficking bill awaits votes in both houses
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End Demand for Sex Trafficking Act (S. 937/H.R. 2012)—Congress has yet to act on this bill, which is designed to combat domestic sex trafficking by targeting the demand side of the illicit trade. more »
By Tom Strode - Aug 31, 2005
Topic: Family, Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Citizenship, Human Rights, Legislation, Social Issues
No action yet on marriage amendment
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Marriage Protection Amendment (S.J. Res 1/H.J. Res 39)—This constitutional amendment, which has been endorsed by President Bush but has yet to receive a vote this year, would define marriage as the “union of a man and a woman.” The text also says, “Neither this Constitution, nor the constitution of any State, shall be construed to require that marriage or the legal incidents thereof be conferred upon any union other than the union of a man and a woman.” Last year, neither house achieved the two-thirds majority needed for an amendment. more »
By Tom Strode - Aug 31, 2005
Topic: Family, Marriage, Citizenship, Legislation
Democracy promotion awaits Senate vote
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ADVANCE Democracy Act (S. 516/H.R. 1133)—The Advance Democratic Values, Address Non-democratic Countries and Enhance (ADVANCE) Democracy Act would confirm that the promotion of freedom and human rights is an essential ingredient of America’s foreign policy. more »
By Tom Strode - Aug 31, 2005
Topic: Citizenship, Human Rights, Religious Liberty
Senate vote lacking on increased indecency fines
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Broadcast Decency Enforcement Act (S. 193/H.R. 310)—The House voted 389-38 for this legislation, which would dramatically increase fines for indecency on radio and television broadcasts. more »
By Tom Strode - Aug 31, 2005
Topic: Family, Pop Culture, Sexual Purity, Citizenship, Legislation, National
Bills related to ‘life’ issues await Senate action
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Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act (S. 471/H.R. 810)—The Senate is expected to vote after it reconvenes on this bill that would provide federal funds for stem cell research that destroys embryos. more »
By Tom Strode - Aug 31, 2005
Topic: Life, Abortion, Cloning, Stem-Cell Research, Citizenship, Legislation, National