As we continue to consider the Medicaid provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, today we’ll tackle one that’s really ruffling some feathers on the far left: the provision that prohibits Medicaid and CHIP from covering gender-affirming treatments for individuals of all ages. This sweeping ban, tucked into what’s now being affectionately dubbed the…
Love, Not Lies: Why Christians Should Oppose the Kelly Loving Act
Colorado is currently considering a new piece of legislation called the Kelly Loving Act. On paper, it claims to protect transgender individuals — especially minors — by treating misgendering and deadnaming as forms of “coercive control” in family law cases. The idea is that if a parent or guardian refuses to use a child’s self-identified…
Why Trump Is Right to Dismantle the Department of Education
President Trump has made a bold move by signing an executive order aimed at dismantling the federal Department of Education (DOE), fulfilling a longstanding promise to conservatives. Now, I’m not going to lie—on the surface, it’s satisfying to see a president finally take a swing at an overreaching federal agency that’s been meddling in our…
Balancing Rights and Responsibilities: Recent News in Trans Legislation
The recent flurry of legal battles and legislative moves surrounding gender identity and related issues is a stark reminder of the ongoing cultural clash in America. The Montana Supreme Court, New Jersey’s Freedom to Read Act, and the National Defense Authorization Act all represent different aspects of this struggle, touching on youth, education, and military…
Protecting Our Children: Balancing Compassion, Wisdom, and Constitutional Rights in Gender-Affirming Care Debate
The Supreme Court's recent deliberation on Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors has ignited a complex and deeply personal debate. As an independent Christian conservative, I approach this issue with a commitment to biblical principles, individual liberties, and the well-being of our youth. Protecting Our Children We have a profound duty to guide and…
Balancing Rights and Responsibilities: Why Protecting Children and Privacy Matters in Missouri and Ohio’s Transgender Policies
In recent developments, Missouri and Ohio have implemented laws addressing issues related to transgender minors, igniting passionate debates about ethics, legality, and the foundational values of our society. These measures touch on deeply personal and often polarizing topics: the protection of children, parental rights, individual freedoms, and the role of the government in mediating between…
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