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Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse, founder of the Ruth Institute, joins Father Jack to discuss the Institute's recent involvement in a major Supreme Court case on counseling freedom. She explains the arguments behind their amicus brief challenging Colorado's ban on “conversion therapy” and highlights the broader implications for free speech, religious liberty, and therapeutic choice. Dr. Morse also takes a critical look at the Trevor Project, a well-funded LGBTQ youth organization, raising concerns about its influence, federal funding, and online platforms. Tune in for a compelling conversation about the intersection of law, culture, and the future of family advocacy. Resources Mentioned: Ruth Institute: www.ruthinstitute.org Ruth Institute YouTube Channel Key Points: 1. Supreme Court Case and Amicus Brief: Dr. Morse and the Ruth Institute filed an amicus brief in a Supreme Court case challenging a Colorado law banning so-called "conversion therapy." The brief was submitted under the title “Brief of Sexual Orientation Scholars in Support of Petitioners.” The case involves a Christian therapist claiming the law restricts her religious and professional freedom. The Ruth Institute argues that bans on such therapy suppress alternative therapeutic approaches and violate rights of both therapists and clients. Father Paul Sullins provided statistical critiques in the brief, and Morse contributed case studies and analysis questioning assumptions about sexuality, including the claim that people are “born gay.” 2. Critique of the Trevor Project: Morse criticizes the Trevor Project, a suicide prevention group for LGBTQ youth, claiming it is ideologically biased and heavily funded. She notes that YouTube links the Trevor Project to content critical of LGBTQ identities, labeling alternatives like conversion therapy as harmful. Morse supports the Trump administration's decision to withdraw federal funding from the Trevor Project, redirecting it to general suicide prevention efforts. Concerns were raised about the Trevor Project's online community features, which critics have described as vulnerable to abuse. Morse references critiques from “Gays Against Groomers” and the California Family Council. 3. Underlying Themes: The conversation strongly critiques mainstream LGBTQ support structures and what Morse and the Ruth Institute view as coercive or ideologically driven policies. Emphasis is placed on the rights of therapists and clients to explore identity and trauma without mandated affirming approaches.
Dr. Morse speaks at a rally hosted by California Family Council and the CHANGED Movement celebrating the 7th Anniversary of the inception of CHANGED there on the California Capitol steps in 2018. Watch the full rally here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGhMYAk9iMs&t=1399s Listen to more testimonies of those who have left pride behind: Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/ Have a question or a comment? Leave it in the comments, and we'll get back to you! Watch the full episode, uncensored, on Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/Theruthinstitute Subscribe to our YouTube playlist: @RuthInstitute Follow us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/theruthinstitute https://twitter.com/RuthInstitute https://www.facebook.com/TheRuthInstitute/ https://theruthinstitute.locals.com/newsfeed Press: NC Register: https://www.ncregister.com/author/jennifer-roback-morse Catholic Answers: https://www.catholic.com/profile/jennifer-roback-morse The Stream: https://stream.org/author/jennifer-roback-morse/ Crisis Magazine: https://crisismagazine.com/author/jennifer-roeback-morse Father Sullins' Reports on Clergy Sexual Abuse: https://ruthinstitute.org/resource-centers/father-sullins-research/ Buy Dr. Morse's Books: The Sexual State: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/the-sexual-state-2/ Love and Economics: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/love-and-economics-it-takes-a-family-to-raise-a-village/ Smart Sex: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/smart-sex-finding-life-long-love-in-a-hook-up-world/ 101 Tips for a Happier Marriage: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/101-tips-for-a-happier-marriage/ 101 Tips for Marrying the Right Person: https://ruthinstitute.org/product/101-tips-for-marrying-the-right-person/ Listen to our podcast: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ruth-institute-podcast/id309797947 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1t7mWLRHjrCqNjsbH7zXv1 Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/ Get the full interview by joining us for exclusive, uncensored content on Locals: https://theruthinstitute.locals.com/support
Jonathan Keller serves as the President and CEO of California Family Council. He joins the show with guest host Dianne Pearce to discuss AB379, a contentious sex trafficking bill in CA. May 5th 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ | Website | Facebook | Podcast | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this lively episode of Right to Life Radio, host John Gerardi and guest Jonathan Keller tackle the heated debate surrounding California's AB 1453, a bill proposing that UC and CSU student health centers provide adoption information. Through sharp commentary and legislative audio clips, they expose the fierce opposition from pro-abortion groups like Planned Parenthood and UC representatives, who claim offering adoption info is “non-compassionate.” Gerardi passionately argues that pro-abortion forces have systematically diminished adoption's cultural role since Roe v. Wade, contributing to fewer adoptions and the closure of agencies like Infant of Prague. With humor, personal anecdotes from an Easter vigil, and a nod to Gerardi's National Review piece, the episode blends wit with a sobering look at the state of adoption and abortion policy in California.
It's Monday, April 14th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus U.S. missionary abducted at gunpoint while preaching in South Africa Josh Sullivan, a U.S. Baptist missionary, was kidnapped at gunpoint as he preached Thursday evening at Fellowship Baptist Church in Motherwell, South Africa, reports International Christian Concern. According to police, four masked gunmen entered the church late last night during a prayer meeting with about 30 attendees. The assailants stole two cell phones before abducting the 45-year-old pastor and taking him in his own vehicle, a silver Toyota 4Runner. The car was later found abandoned about a mile from the church. A husband and father of six, Sullivan has been a missionary in South Africa since 2018. Sullivan and his family are members of Fellowship Baptist Church, an independent Baptist church in Maryville, Tennessee, where Sullivan has been on staff. His wife and children are among those who witnessed the kidnapping. Here at The Worldview, we're reminded of the inspiring words of Christ following Peter's bold affirmation. In Caesarea Phillipi, Peter said that Christ was “the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” That's when Jesus said in Matthew 16:18, that upon that revelation, He would build His church, and “the gates of Hades will not overcome it.” Join me and pray that the Lord would honor Josh Sullivan's preaching and safely restore him to his family. China raises duties on US goods to 125% Last Friday, China hiked its tariffs on imports of U.S. goods to 125%, hitting back at Donald Trump's decision to single out the world's No.2 economy for higher duties, while dismissing the U.S. president's tariff strategy as "a joke," reports Reuters. Investors had been waiting to see how Beijing would respond to Trump's move on Wednesday to effectively raise tariffs on Chinese goods to 145% while announcing a 90-day pause on tariffs on dozens of other countries' goods. Last year, China purchased $150 billion of U.S. goods. White House Press Secretary prays to Jesus before briefing White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is the youngest person to ever serve the president in that capacity at the age of 27. Not only is she an articulate champion for President Donald Trump and the “Make America Great Again” agenda, but she is also an unashamed follower of Jesus Christ. Listen to this simple, powerful, and unapologetic prayer to her Savior just moments before she walks into the lions' den of the White House Press Briefing. LEAVITT: “Lord Jesus, please give us the strength, the knowledge, the ability to articulate our words, have fun, and be confident. In Jesus' name, Amen.” Gone are the days that a lesbian God-hater stands at that podium. Judge: Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil can be deported Last Friday, an immigration judge in Louisiana ruled that Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil can be deported from America because he is a national security risk following his pro-Hamas demonstrations at Columbia, reports the Associated Press. Immigration Judge Jamee Comans gave the green light to the Trump administration's desire to deport Khalil. Without such deportation, the government contended that his presence posed “potentially serious foreign policy consequences.” Colorado Governor signs anti-gun law Democratic Colorado Governor Jared Polis, a self-professed homosexual who has entered into a faux marriage with his “husband,” has dealt a heavy blow to Coloradans' Second Amendment freedom by signing Senate Bill 3 into law, reports the Colorado State Shooting Association. This oppressive permit-to-purchase scheme is a direct attack on their Second Amendment rights, afflicting Coloradans with bureaucratic hurdles to block their God-given liberties, President George Washington declared, “The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference—they deserve a place of honor with all that's good.” RFK, Jr vows to know causes of autism epidemic by September As he sat in Trump's Cabinet meeting, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke to the autism epidemic and what he proposed to do about it. KENNEDY: “The autism rates have gone from one in 31 from one in 10,000 when I was a kid. At your direction, by September, we will know what has caused the autism epidemic.” Kennedy noted that HHS has “launched a massive testing and research effort that's going to involve hundreds of scientists from around the world.” Once they have identified the causes, hopefully by September, HHS will advocate for the elimination of those exposures. Libraries partner with Planned Parenthood to offer free sex health resources And finally, if you thought the library was a place to borrow books for a research paper or read the local daily paper, think again! Twelve Sacramento, California Public Libraries now feature “sexual health resource cabinets” inside public libraries to give the public, including children, access to items like condoms, Sexually Transmitted Diseases tests, and pregnancy tests, reports CBS News. These cabinets are being stocked by none other than Planned Parenthood, America's Abortion Giant, which killed 392,715 pre-born babies in 2023 alone. In fact, QR codes on the free literature not only enables library patrons to easily find their local Planned Parenthood affiliate, but also to get their immoral worldview through their God-forsaken website. Michael Reed, a parent, was disturbed by the easy access to the sexual health resource cabinets, especially for kids. REED: “It's a little shocking. It seems a little inappropriate just to target children that way.” But Todd Deck, the community engagement services manager for Sacramento Public Libraries, thought the libraries were doing something wonderfully noble. DECK: "We want to remove the stigma around these resources. Libraries are essential to healthy, thriving communities. So, having resources that are of interest and needs of that community is really critical. I do believe it is our responsibility to help have an informed community regardless of the topic -- that way people can make informed decisions about their health." Greg Burt, Vice President of the California Family Council, rejected the librarian's absurd worldview. BURT: “Now parents would have to be concerned. Instead of coming back with a book, they're going to come back with a condom. “This is really about cutting parents out. It's about sexualizing our kids at younger and younger ages.” In Matthew 18:6, Jesus said, “If anyone causes one of these little ones—those who believe in Me—to stumble, it would be better for them to have a large millstone hung around their neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea.” Not surprisingly, the cabinets have been re-stocked multiple times since being installed six weeks ago as they have been set up both in the library's main hub and in the adult section. Elizabeth Johnston, a Christian mother of 10, is not surprised by the hostility to a Judeo-Christian worldview at the library. The American Library Association's one-time president Emily Drabinski, who served from July 2022 to 2024, was a self-avowed “Marxist lesbian.” She wrote a paper on “queering the catalogue” and said wildly inflammatory things about parents who do not want their children to read sexually inappropriate literature. So, keep in mind, the library is no friend of the family. Enter with caution. Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, April 14th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Subscribe by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller dive into California's Assembly Bill 54, a law designed to secure abortion pill supply lines while shielding providers from out-of-state legal challenges. With sharp commentary, they critique Assemblymember Maggie Krell's push for “access” above all else, question the safety of medication abortion, and spotlight the state's neglect of prenatal care for low-income women. The episode ends with a lively chat about Javier Becerra's bid for governor and what it means for Kamala Harris's next move.
As Charlie Kirk put it, let’s hope voters do not have the memory of a goldfish when it comes to Gavin Newsom’s political history. President of California Family Council, Jonathan Keller, joins Joseph Backholm to discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom’s “political rebrand”. Recently, Newsom walked back his support for transgender athletes in women’s sports. Was this a strategic shift or political maneuver? They also discuss his efforts to engage conservatives on his new podcast, his potential 2028 run, and whether this signals a Democratic course correction. Can Newsom successfully rebrand, and will voters buy it? Tune in for the debate!
As Charlie Kirk put it, let's hope voters do not have the memory of a goldfish when it comes to Gavin Newsom's political history. President of California Family Council, Jonathan Keller, joins Joseph Backholm to discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom's “political rebrand”. Recently, Newsom walked back his support for transgender athletes in women's sports. Was this a strategic shift or political maneuver? They also discuss his efforts to engage conservatives on his new podcast, his potential 2028 run, and whether this signals a Democratic course correction. Can Newsom successfully rebrand, and will voters buy it? Tune in for the debate!
As Charlie Kirk put it, let’s hope voters do not have the memory of a goldfish when it comes to Gavin Newsom’s political history. President of California Family Council, Jonathan Keller, joins Joseph Backholm to discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom’s “political rebrand”. Recently, Newsom walked back his support for transgender athletes in women’s sports. Was this a strategic shift or political maneuver? They also discuss his efforts to engage conservatives on his new podcast, his potential 2028 run, and whether this signals a Democratic course correction. Can Newsom successfully rebrand, and will voters buy it? Tune in for the debate!
In this episode of Right to Life Radio, host John Gerardi and guest Jonathan Keller dive into a contentious new California bill, AB 547, proposing tax credits for IVF expenses. They unpack the ethical pitfalls of IVF, critique its unregulated practices, and explore its political ripple effects from Trump's influence to local Fresno politics.
John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller dissect California's legislative chaos, the abortion pill, and the influence of lobbyists in Sacramento. With humor and insight, they tackle the bizarre processes shaping the state's laws.
Jonathan Keller, President of the California Family Council, joins Joseph Backholm to discuss the devastating California fires, citing dry conditions and inadequate resources as a few of the key factors, but is there more at play here? Keller and Joseph ponder the possibility of whether the crisis was preventable or simply an act of God. They analyze state leaders prioritizing diversity over essential resources and the economic fallout this disaster will have on California for the years to come.
Jonathan Keller, President of the California Family Council, joins Joseph Backholm to discuss the devastating California fires, citing dry conditions and inadequate resources as a few of the key factors, but is there more at play here? Keller and Joseph ponder the possibility of whether the crisis was preventable or simply an act of God. They analyze state leaders prioritizing diversity over essential resources and the economic fallout this disaster will have on California for the years to come.
Jonathan Keller, President of the California Family Council, joins Joseph Backholm to discuss the devastating California fires, citing dry conditions and inadequate resources as a few of the key factors, but is there more at play here? Keller and Joseph ponder the possibility of whether the crisis was preventable or simply an act of God. They analyze state leaders prioritizing diversity over essential resources and the economic fallout this disaster will have on California for the years to come.
California's legislative session is in full swing, and the pro-life movement is bracing for impact. John and Jonathan dissect AB54 and its potential to reshape access to abortion medication, while addressing the media's glaring double standards. Also, hear the shocking details behind a plot to assassinate Justice Kavanaugh, and why the media buried the story
As we say goodbye to 2024, Jonathan Keller president of California Family Council joins Joseph Backholm as they reflect on 10 of the biggest moments from this past year. From Trump’s reelection to the fall of corporate media, 2024 was a year to remember. Take a walk down memory lane with us as we reflect on the lessons learned.
As we say goodbye to 2024, Jonathan Keller president of California Family Council joins Joseph Backholm as they reflect on 10 of the biggest moments from this past year. From Trump's reelection to the fall of corporate media, 2024 was a year to remember. Take a walk down memory lane with us as we reflect on the lessons learned.
As we say goodbye to 2024, Jonathan Keller president of California Family Council joins Joseph Backholm as they reflect on 10 of the biggest moments from this past year. From Trump’s reelection to the fall of corporate media, 2024 was a year to remember. Take a walk down memory lane with us as we reflect on the lessons learned.
In this post-election episode of Right to Life Radio, host John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller from the California Family Council dig into the significant 2024 election outcomes. They examine the implications of Donald Trump's victory and a Republican-controlled Senate on the pro-life cause and Supreme Court. They break down what GOP dominance might mean for abortion policies, from cutting federal abortion funding to the Mexico City policy. They also discuss critical state-level referenda, highlighting Nebraska's pro-life win and analyzing why some red states, like Missouri, leaned pro-choice in the polls. Tune in for a deep dive into what lies ahead for the pro-life movement in this new political landscape.
Greg talks to Jonathan Keller of California Family Council about the problematic “marriage equality” Prop 3 in California, then he discusses using our vote to do the most good we can, whether God takes sides, getting educated about what will actually do good, and more. Topics: Interview: Jonathan Keller, president and CEO of California Family Council, about the problems with California's Prop 3 (00:00) Thoughts on politics and voting (31:00) Mentioned on the Show: Jonathan Keller Proposition 3 for “marriage equality” Polyamorous families are recognized and protected in Oakland, CA – NPR Related Links: Getting “Political”—Vice or Christian Virtue? by Greg Koukl Politics Is a Moral Enterprise by Greg Koukl #STRask: What Biblical Principles Should Guide How We Vote?
In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller from California Family Council sit down with Dr. Donna Harrison from the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists (AAPLOG) to discuss how pro-abortion advocates manipulate language to further their agenda. They dissect the confusion between miscarriage care and abortion bans and delve into the redefinition of terms like pregnancy and health care. Later, the conversation takes a fun turn as they speculate on the possible pro-life impact of Elon Musk and his wealth, exploring how Musk's growing pro-life stance could influence the cultural and political landscape.
John Gerardi and Linda Teliha discuss the origins and growth of the sidewalk outreach ministry outside Planned Parenthood in Fresno. They explore the challenges of coordinating 40 Days for Life, share heartfelt stories of how Linda's personal experience drives her passion, and offer insights into the complexities of interacting with women in crisis. Later, John welcomes Jonathan Keller from California Family Council to share predictions and analysis of the upcoming vice presidential debate, particularly focusing on how the abortion issue might be handled. Skip to 41:30 to hear John and Jonathan's VP Debate predictions.
On this episode of Right to Life Radio, host John Gerardi is joined by guest Jonathan Keller, and Becca Delahunt to discuss the implications of Tim Walz's vice presidential pick on abortion policies in Minnesota and beyond.
In this episode, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller dive into Kamala Harris's controversial statements about third-trimester abortions during a recent debate. They react to a revealing clip about the grim reality of late-term abortion procedures. The discussion highlights key abortion laws and how health exceptions are often misused to justify third-trimester abortions. The team also addresses Project 2025's abortion reporting proposal and Ron DeSantis's leadership in opposing Florida's Amendment 4. Tune in for insightful and sometimes shocking commentary on the state of abortion in America.
In this episode, David Mendonca interviews Greg Burt, the Vice President of California Family Council, about the challenges facing families and the erosion of parental rights in California. They discuss the redefinition of marriage, the push for gender ideology in schools, and the attack on the traditional family. Chapters: 00:00 ntroduction and Sponsorship 04:10 The Redefinition of Marriage and the Attack on the Biblical Definition of Family 07:11 The Constitutional Amendment to Remove the Definition of Marriage 09:26 The Recognition of Polyamorous Relationships 11:31 The Importance of the Traditional Family Structure 14:22 Controlling Natural Impulses and the Influence of Government 18:34 The Attack on Gender and the Education System 21:08 The Responsibility of Parents in Discipling Children 23:02 The Impact of Homeschooling and the Role of Fathers 29:07 The Fight for Parental Rights and the Attack on the Family 32:08 The Story of Erin Friday and the CPS Incident 35:25 Schools and the Suppression of Parental Rights 38:44 Protecting Children from Harmful Ideologies 44:12 The Importance of Parental Involvement in Education --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-mendonca/support
Can you imagine what can be unburdened, by what has been? Well, the newly nominated Democratic presidential candidate can. Host Joseph Backholm is joined by Johnathan Keller, a resident Californian and president and CEO of California Family Council, as they unpack the question, “Who is Kamala Harris?”. How did she get her start? Johnathan gives an in-depth history of all the political positions she has previously held, her rise to political fame, and her current presidential campaign. Listen now to learn more about Kamala Harris and please try not to fall out of a coconut tree while you do. Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.
Can you imagine what can be unburdened, by what has been? Well, the newly nominated Democratic presidential candidate can. Host Joseph Backholm is joined by Johnathan Keller, a resident Californian and president and CEO of California Family Council, as they unpack the question, “Who is Kamala Harris?”. How did she get her start? Johnathan gives an in-depth history of all the political positions she has previously held, her rise to political fame, and her current presidential campaign. Listen now to learn more about Kamala Harris and please try not to fall out of a coconut tree while you do. Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.
Can you imagine what can be unburdened, by what has been? Well, the newly nominated Democratic presidential candidate can. Host Joseph Backholm is joined by Jonathan Keller, a resident Californian and president and CEO of California Family Council, as they unpack the question, “Who is Kamala Harris?”. How did she get her start? Jonathan gives an in-depth history of all the political positions she has previously held, her rise to political fame, and her current presidential campaign. Listen now to learn more about Kamala Harris and please try not to fall out of a coconut tree while you do. Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.
In this episode of Right to Life Radio, host John Gerardi and guest Jonathan Keller dive into the recent Supreme Court ruling on the abortion pill, discussing its implications and the broader landscape of abortion regulations. They unpack the 9-0 decision, exploring the concept of legal standing and its role in this case. The conversation also touches on the growing prevalence of medication abortions and the challenges facing the pro-life movement in a changing regulatory environment. Additionally, John and Jonathan critique the political maneuvers surrounding IVF legislation and the seeming inconsistencies in the pro-life stance of many Republican leaders. Show Notes: 1. Introduction: • Host: John Gerardi • Guest: Jonathan Keller from California Family Council • Overview of the Supreme Court's decision regarding the abortion pill. 2. Supreme Court Ruling: • Explanation of the 9-0 decision. • Legal standing and its importance. • Historical context of the FDA's approval and regulation of the abortion pill. 3. Implications of the Decision: • The impact of the ruling on pro-life efforts. • Increased accessibility of the abortion pill and its consequences. • Discussion on the ethics and safety concerns related to medication abortions. 4. Political and Legal Analysis: • Critique of the Republican approach to FDA regulations. • The role of the Supreme Court in adjudicating actual lawsuits versus advisory opinions. 5. IVF Legislation Debate: • Examination of recent political focus on IVF. • Analysis of competing bills and their implications. • The moral and ethical considerations surrounding IVF practices. 6. Closing Thoughts: • Reflections on the broader pro-life movement. • Discussion on the importance of consistency in pro-life advocacy.
Podcast Show Notes In this episode of Right to Life Radio, host John Gerardi is joined by Jonathan Keller from California Family Council to dive into the hot-button issue of abortion legislation in California. They discuss the latest bill, AB 2085, which aims to streamline the approval process for abortion clinics by stripping local municipalities of their decision-making power. The duo explores the implications of this bill for communities in the San Joaquin Valley, particularly Tulare County, which has been targeted by abortion providers. Key topics include: • Overview of AB 2085 and its potential impact on local zoning laws. • Historical context of abortion clinic proposals in Tulare and Visalia. • The role of local pro-life activists in opposing these clinics. • The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and its exclusion for abortion clinics under the new bill. • The Southern Poverty Law Center's designation of California Family Council as a “hate group” and its broader implications for conservative organizations. Join John and Jonathan as they unravel the complex legal and social battles surrounding abortion access and local governance in California.
The Gold Coast is slowly losing its shine. It is being dulled by anti-family policies, sky-high living prices, and progressive agendas. How long until it completely tarnishes? Host Joseph Backholm is joined by the president of California Family Council, Jonathan Keller, for a discussion on the current and future state of California. A long-time resident of California, Jonathan offers a unique perspective on his state’s political history, how he has seen the economic landscape change, where it is all headed, and why those outside of California should care. He weighs in on and warns parents of current government initiatives such as Rainbow (Unicorn) Homes, abortion benevolence funds, and the push to limit parental rights. Join Jonathan and Joseph as they remove the rose-colored glasses through which many often view California. Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.
The Gold Coast is slowly losing its shine. It is being dulled by anti-family policies, sky-high living prices, and progressive agendas. How long until it completely tarnishes? Host Joseph Backholm is joined by the president of California Family Council, Jonathan Keller, for a discussion on the current and future state of California. A long-time resident of California, Jonathan offers a unique perspective on his state's political history, how he has seen the economic landscape change, where it is all headed, and why those outside of California should care. He weighs in on and warns parents of current government initiatives such as Rainbow (Unicorn) Homes, abortion benevolence funds, and the push to limit parental rights. Join Jonathan and Joseph as they remove the rose-colored glasses through which many often view California. Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.
The Gold Coast is slowly losing its shine. It is being dulled by anti-family policies, sky-high living prices, and progressive agendas. How long until it completely tarnishes? Host Joseph Backholm is joined by the president of California Family Council, Jonathan Keller, for a discussion on the current and future state of California. A long-time resident of California, Jonathan offers a unique perspective on his state’s political history, how he has seen the economic landscape change, where it is all headed, and why those outside of California should care. He weighs in on and warns parents of current government initiatives such as Rainbow (Unicorn) Homes, abortion benevolence funds, and the push to limit parental rights. Join Jonathan and Joseph as they remove the rose-colored glasses through which many often view California. Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.
GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Larry Schweikart, a native Arizonian, went to Arizona State University and received a BA in Political Science, then went on the road with several different rock bands, opening for such 60s/70s acts as Steppenwolf and the James Gang. He abruptly decided he wanted to be a history professor, and received an MA from ASU in history, then a Ph.D. from University of California, Santa Barbara. Since 1985 he has taught at the University of Dayton. Schweikart's best selling books include Seven Events that Made America America, 48 Liberal Lies About American History, and his #1 NYTimes bestseller, with Mike Allen, A Patriot's History of the United States. Recently he completed a history of the modern world with Dave Dougherty, A Patriot's History of the Modern World in two volumes. He has been on almost all media, from Al-Jazeera to Glenn Beck, from Tavis Smiley to Rush Limbaugh. Web sites: http://www.rockinthewallstudios.com/ and patriotshistoryusa.com GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Sophia Lorey is a graduate from Vanguard University of Southern California where she played college soccer and studied Business Administration, Theology and Political Science. She is a strong pro-life advocate which has led to her intern and be an ambassador for two Christian Public Policy Think Tanks, Family Research Council and Young Women for America in Washington DC. Currently she is a contributor for the Daily Caller, a 24-hour news publication which provides original reporting, as well as serving as an ambassador for both Alliance Defending Freedom, an American conservative Christian legal advocacy group and the leading pro-life advocate organization, Live Action. Lorey joined California Family Council in 2022 as their Outreach Coordinator in order to help advance God's design for Life, Family, and Liberty, in California's Church, Capitol, and Culture. And most recently starting and hosting 'This is a Woman Podcast' where she amplifies and shares the stories of courageous women. Sophia has spoken at National Conservative Conferences, Press Conferences at the Capitol, Rallies in CA and across the nation, testified at the Capitol, MC'd Prayer Vigils, and Keynote Speaker for Pregnancy Center Gala's!
WE'RE DOOMED Dr. Rachel Levine, a pediatric psychiatrist who has fathered multiple children and decided that he is a woman, is second in command at the department of Health and Human services. Is that crazy enough? Dr. Levine says climate change is more damaging to blacks and he has a plan to help. Donna Jackson, Director of Membership Development for Project 21 Black Leadership Network, says, no thanks - the more the Biden administration tries to help, the worse things get. There's a bipartisan bill working it's way through the California legislature that requires menstrual products in all girls and BOYS bathrooms beginning in the third grade. Sophia Lorey of the California Family Council says it's just one more attempt to “erase women.” According to a story in the New York Post, men with “babygirl vibes” are what GenZ women are looking for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Lisa welcomes Greg Burt from the California Family Council to discuss a new California law mandating gender-neutral toy sections in large stores. They explore its origins, influenced by an eight-year-old and an LGBT caucus member, and its broader implications on gender identity and parental rights. Concerns are raised about the law's potential to confuse children and erode traditional gender distinctions. The conversation also covers the promotion of gender identity in schools, the state's overreach in children's gender-affirming care, and the resistance from parents and medical professionals. Subscribe now to the Truth with Lisa Boothe - new episodes debut every Monday & Thursday.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Lisa welcomes Greg Burt from the California Family Council to discuss a new California law mandating gender-neutral toy sections in large stores. They explore its origins, influenced by an eight-year-old and an LGBT caucus member, and its broader implications on gender identity and parental rights. Concerns are raised about the law's potential to confuse children and erode traditional gender distinctions. The conversation also covers the promotion of gender identity in schools, the state's overreach in children's gender-affirming care, and the resistance from parents and medical professionals. Subscribe now to the Truth with Lisa Boothe - new episodes debut every Monday & Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Christian Outlook – October 21, 2023 Georgene Rice turns to Dexter Van Zile, of the Middle East Forum, to discuss the barbaric atrocity done to Israel by Hamas on October 7th. Albert Mohler explains why Hamas is a terrorist organization and why schools like Harvard should not allow student groups to basically advocate for the genocide of Jews. Craig Roberts and Jonathan Keller, president of the California Family Council, discuss California's Assembly Bill 665 which would “amend, repeal, and add” to the “Family Code, relating to minors.” He explains how it is essentially state-enabled kidnapping. John Hall and Kathy Emmons talk with Tim Challies, a pastor and writer, about his article, detailing why it's best to not assume motives. He cites 1 Corinthians 13, and how it's not just a passage for weddings, but for Christian living. Georgene Rice invites Matthew Dodds, Executive Director of Blessors of Israel to pray for the peace of Jerusalem, for God's will to be done, and for our own hearts to be prepared for the return of Christ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Family Matters with Jim Minnery - The Faith & Politics Show !
Jonathan Keller is one of the nicest guys I know working in one of the most difficult places to advance pro-family, pro-life, pro-liberty measures.He heads up our sister organization, California Family Council, and does an unbelievable job in one of the most socialist leaning locales in all the country.At the same time, he reminds me, there were more Republicans who voted for President Trump in California than in all of Texas. In other words, that's quite a "remnant" of Truth followers to work with and Jonathan has engaged hundreds of thousands of them.On today's show, we'll focus most on the absurdly rational and common sense notion that parents have the inherent right to know if their children are "socially transitioning" in public schools.Despite what you might think of and know about California politics, a lot of good things are coming out of the Golden State. Support the show
While John Kennedy reads from two explicit books intended for children during a Senate hearing, we receive reports of two books inside a local school district that continue to feed the cultural sexual revolution. Plus, Joe Biden heads to Vietnam to take a nap. And we chat with California Family Council's Jonathan Keller about two bills that put children and families in harm's way.DailyCaller: https://dailycaller.com/2023/09/12/john-kennedy-pornographic-kids-books-senate-hearing/
Recently Young Women for America ambassador and California Family Council outreach coordinator Sophia Lorey was silenced as she spoke about fairness in women's sports at an event hosted at a public library. She joins YWA National Director Morgan Schlesselman on Women for America to tell her story.
Sophia Lorey is a recent graduate from Vanguard University of Southern California where she played college soccer, is a strong pro-life advocate, host of “This is a Woman” podcast and is a outreach coordinator for California Family Council. On the podcast she discusses why she got kicked out of a California public library for “misgendering”, not being afraid to speak out, support from other female athletes, and much more. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE LIKE AND SHARE THIS PODCAST!!! Video Version of show Rumble- https://rumble.com/v3bt2vq-coffee-and-a-mike-episode-667-with-sophia-lorey-talking-gender-ideology-liv.html Follow Sophia Twitter- https://x.com/sophiaslorey?s=21&t=wJ_TXcgvhfWdQSmirONGEA Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/sophia.lorey/ This is a Woman podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-a-woman-with-sophia-lorey/id1690908910 YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@ThisisaWomanPodcast Follow Me Twitter- https://twitter.com/CoffeeandaMike Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandamike/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/CoffeeandaMike/ Truth Social- https://truthsocial.com/@coffeeandamike Gettr- https://gettr.com/user/coffeeandamike Rumble- https://rumble.com/search/all?q=coffee%20and%20a%20mike Apple Podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coffee-and-a-mike/id1436799008 Support My Work Venmo- https://venmo.com/code?user_id=3570365208987017385&created=1658667789.4661531&printed=1 Website- www.coffeeandamike.com Email- info@coffeeandamike.com
Librarians have been known for shushing people, but a California library recently took things to a new level. The Mary L. Stephens Davis Library played host to a bizarre scene of shutting down free speech. During a scheduled forum at the library for fair and safe sports for girls, Sophia Lorey was asked to leave due to her “misgendering” people who identify as trans. Sophia is Outreach Coordinator at the California Family Council, and she joins host Joseph Backholm to talk about her experience and discusses violations of free speech, the dangers of men competing in women's sports and why we should continue speaking out in truth. Check out this important episode before you have to return it in two weeks! Resources: California Policy Council Calif. Library Kicks Out Event Speaker for ‘Misgendering' [S.A. McCarthy, TWS] Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.
Rick Astley does not appear on this podcast, but it's likely that he plays on repeat in all of the Democratic California state government offices, because they are “never gonna give up infringing on parental rights," and "never gonna let the transgender agenda down.” Host Joseph Backholm is once again joined by Jonathan Keller, president of the California Family Council, to unpack the thought processes and motives of California state legislators who seem driven to pass legislation that directly harms minors and families. They also discuss the recent failure of the California State Assembly to pass a bill that would make child trafficking a serious felony and Governor Gavin Newsom's (D) surprising response. Resources: California Family Council California Democrats Vote against Anti-Child Trafficking Bill, Then Change Course [Arielle Del Turco, TWS] Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.
Pastor Bramwell wants to know how LGBTQ Pride Month was celebrated near you. In Pennsylvania, a street preacher was arrested. California continues to promote the breaking of the fourth commandment. Kayla Lovdahl is suing doctors for performing a double mastectomy on her when she was 13. Plus, we get inspired by the Magdeburg Confession and review a video of Ferndale's LGBTQ harass a Roman Catholic monk. Links referenced in this episode: Pastor Bramwell's YouTube Channel Arrest of Pennsylvania Street Preacher: The Daily Wire article on California Bill 957 Compact Journal article: Gender Cultists Make a Move for California's Children California Family Council article: Senate Committee Advances Bill That Enables Children to Leave Their Family California Family Council article: CA Doctors Get Sued for Giving a 13-Year-Old a Double Mastectomy Chloe Cole's YouTube Channel video about Layla Jane The Magdeburg Confession Host Rev. Tyrel Bramwell, St. Mark Lutheran Church in Ferndale, California, and author of the book Come in, We are Closed, talks about curious topics to excite the imagination, equip the mind, and comfort the soul with God's ordering of the world in the Law and Gospel. Send him your questions at stmarksferndale.com. You can find his videos at youtube.com/c/tyrelbramwell.
"If you love your children, leave California." That recent shocking statement by a sitting California state senator underscores just how far leftward California has moved in recent years. Pending legislation that would label parents who refuse to affirm their child's perceived gender identity as abusive is but one of a plethora of moves that have potential for putting families and individuals in danger. Host Joseph Backholm joined Jonathan Keller, president of the California Family Council to talk about these issues facing California and the impact they have on the rest of America. Resources: California Family Council California Bill Would Consider It ‘Child Abuse' to Not Affirm a Minor's Chosen Gender Identity [Dan Hart, TWS] California Bill Would Teach 7th Graders How to Have an Abortion [Ben Johnson, TWS] California Invites Nation's Children While Failing Its Own [Joshua Arnold, TWS] Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.
This week Sophia Lorey from California Family Council joins to discuss the death of AB 315 and AB 710. John has some speculation on why they died.
A new California bill would require that youth receive so-called “gender affirming care” … even if it means removing them from the custody of their parents to do so. If passed, SB 107 would, according to the California Family Council, “empower California courts to take ‘temporary emergency jurisdiction' of children if they come to California for trans-drugs, surgery, or mental healthcare.” This would not only apply to parents and children who are California residents, but to children who travel to California from anywhere in the country. As one attorney put it, “SB 107 may be the most brazen assault on fundamental parental rights in the history of this state.” This bill is the culmination of destructive and backwards ideas: that gender affirmation means rejecting the body, that removing healthy organs is the right way to treat gender dysphoria, that “trans kids” are expressing an innate identity instead of a temporary experience, and that parents who question invasive procedures deserve to have their kids taken away from them. Ideas have consequences. If this bill becomes law, there will be many victims of these bad ideas.
This is not hearsay. This is not hyperbole. California Democrats really are trying to decriminalize and legalize infanticide. California Bill AB2223 would shield a mother from civil and criminal charges for any “actions or omissions” related to her pregnancy, “including miscarriage, stillbirth, or abortion, or perinatal death." For decades, Pro-lifers have argued there is no moral difference between killing a child days before birth or days after birth. California's abortophiles now agree and are refusing to protect infants as well. Jonathan Keller of California Family Council joins Seth today to give you everything you need to know about AB2223, how to join us in defeating this bill, and how this bill is just one cog in the abortion machine that aims to transform the Golden State into a sanctuary state for murdering babies. To learn more about AB2223: https://www.californiafamily.org/ab2223/ Date: 04/14/22 To help UnAborted create more pro-life content and take our content to the streets, become a Patron of the show at https://www.patreon.com/unaborted To help Seth reach more high school and college students through pro-life presentations around the country, become a monthly supporter at https://prolifetraining.com/donate/