2002
Here is a sampling of the issues Family Policy Network confronted in 2002:
Breast Cancer Foundation Contributing to the Problem, Activist Says
For nearly 20 years, the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation has been racing for a cure to a disease that is expected to take the lives of 39,600 women this year alone. The Komen Foundation (KF) has become one of the nation’s leading non-profit organizations dedicated to reversing this trend, and has raised $240 million for research and education over the last two decades.
KF gave millions of dollars last year to hundreds of non-profit organizations. But several KF affiliates have awarded grants to at least one organization in recent years that have some wondering if the race for a cure could actually be a race towards death. One of those KF affiliates is right here in North Carolina. And the controversial grant recipient is Planned Parenthood. Continue Reading →
FPN-initiated lawsuit limits UNC Islam assignment
Summer of 2002 Each year, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill assigns its incoming freshmen and transfer students an important assignment during the summer before Continue Reading →
Separating Fact from Fiction at UMD
3 lies perpetuated by The Laramie Project: * Matthew Shepard was killed because of his private sexual misconduct. (His murder, although tragic, was a random act of Continue Reading →
UNC Says One Thing in Court, Another to the Freshman Class
A website dedicated to the Summer Reading Program at the University of North Carolina continues to indicate the Islamic indoctrination sessions scheduled for Monday are “required” for all incoming freshman and transfer students. This requirement remains despite sworn affidavits from University officials and oral arguments from UNC attorneys to the contrary on Thursday afternoon in Federal District Court. Continue Reading →
Guest Editorial by FPN President Questions UNC Book Choice on Islam
During the 2002 controversy over a forced Islamic reading assignment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the USA Editorial Board contacted FPN President Joe Glover to request an opinion piece on the topic for the paper’s editorial page. In his commentary entitled, “Book fails to tell whole truth,” Glover wrote, “UNC’s chancellor claims his school simply wants students to understand Islam in light of recent events. Yet, the students who read only this book still will not understand the motivation of terrorists to kill more than 3,000 Americans. One has to wonder why university officials are afraid to give their students a complete picture of the world of Islam. What do they have to fear?” Continue Reading →
Lawsuit Filed against UNC in Federal Court
A lawsuit was filed this morning against the University of North Carolina at Chapel-Hill, alleging the school is infringing upon the religious free exercise of its students and violating the establishment clause of the United States Constitution by forcing incoming freshmen and transfer students to study Islam against their will. Continue Reading →
UNC Wants ‘Objectors’ to Defend Religious Beliefs
In reaction to controversy over a mandatory introduction to Islam for incoming freshmen, the University of North Carolina has developed a so-called “opt-out” policy that is bringing greater criticism than the requirement itself. Continue Reading →
Motto posters going up in schools
An article in the July 15, 2002 Richmond Times-Dispatch explained the role Family Policy Network played in passing Virginia legislation to require posting the National Motto, “In God We Trust” in all public schools. Continue Reading →
UNC/Islam Controversy Update and FAQ
A hearing will occur this week at the Federal District Court in Greensboro in the case of a lawsuit against the University of North Carolina at Chapel-Hill, alleging the school is infringing upon the religious free exercise of its students and violating the establishment clause of the United States Constitution by forcing incoming freshmen and transfer students to study Islam against their will. Continue Reading →
FPN Seeks Freshman to Sue UNC Over Forced Islam Class
FPN is seeking a plaintiff to sue the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
If you are an incoming freshman or transfer student and you are philosophically opposed to being required to study Islam, Family Policy Network would like to introduce you to attorneys who are interest in suing the University on your behalf, without any cost to you. Continue Reading →
FPN Board Chairman on Fox News Channel Sunday Night
A member of Family Policy Network’s Board of Directors will be interviewed on Fox News Channel this weekend to criticize the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for religious discrimination. Terry Moffitt, Chairman of the Board for FPN, will condemn the University’s new policy forcing students to study Islam without offering an alternative course for those who find the requirement offensive. Continue Reading →
Speaker Resigns Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations
The Speaker of Virginia’s House of Delegates has resigned nearly a week after it was revealed that he paid a 26 year-old female to hide her allegations that he sexual assaulted her last year. Continue Reading →
If It’s True, the Speaker Should Resign
The leader of a statewide pro-family organization today suggested the Speaker of Virginia’s House of Delegates may need to resign after hearing the 24-year incumbent paid $100,000 to a female office worker to hide allegations of sexual misconduct. Continue Reading →
Governor Confirms Hostility Toward Religious Conservatives
The following is a transcript of a news story that aired on a Virginia television station on Tuesday, May 21. The story, which was presented by NewsChannel WDBJ-7 in Roanoke during the 11 p.m. broadcast, confirms Governor Mark Warner’s hostility toward Christians who express their opinions in the public square. Continue Reading →
FPN President Asks Governor to Clarify Broad Religious Condemnation
Just one day after earning praise from religious leaders for signing “In God We Trust” legislation, Virginia Governor Mark Warner made an anti-religious quip during a college graduation ceremony.
An Associated Press article quotes Governor Warner, speaking to graduates of the University of Virginia, saying, “one of the greatest threats facing our world comes from those who believe they are acting out God’s will, no matter what religion they practice.” Continue Reading →
Motto Bills Face Uphill Battle in Virginia Senate
Three separate bills to encourage and require the display of the National Motto in public buildings are currently working their way through the Virginia Senate. Continue Reading →