Current Events Archives

Mike Huckabee: How to Engage Christian Millenials Who Support President Obama

I’d like to invite you to listen to our radio broadcast today that features a conversation with former Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee about the election. The program can be accessed here.

In the midst of our visit, I asked Governor Huckabee to address the argument that many twenty and thirty-something Christians make when supporting a candidate that supports abortion and same-sex marriage. They often tell me that yes, those issues (life and marriage) are important, but there’s so many other things we should be thinking about like the environment, poverty and social justice.

Topics: Current Events Tags: kids, policy, pro-life November 8, 2012 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

My “Foolish” Reaction to President Obama’s Re-election

The election is over, and I sense there’s something of a gloomy spirit in many conservative corners of the country this morning.

Analysts and pundits, and even the candidates themselves, billed this year’s contest as a crossroads of great consequence.

They were right.

As many Christians who see the confluence of our faith and the many issues of culture, we poured our hearts and souls into this year’s election. We donated our time and gave of our treasure.

Topics: Current Events Tags: faith, policy, pro-life, religious liberty November 7, 2012 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

A Story of Presidential Kindness

Well, this is it. It’s Election Day in America. If you haven’t yet voted, what’s keeping you?

As we await the returns later this evening, it seems fitting to share an old story of presidential kindness. It was first told by former presidential speechwriter and Wall Street Journal columnist, Peggy Noonan. It’s not an urban myth but a true account from another time.

Here is the story, as told by Ms. Noonan:

The Story of Frances Green

Frances Green was an 83-year-old woman who lived in California.

Topics: Current Events Tags: events, policy, pro-life, religious liberty November 6, 2012 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

What I Saw at Last Night’s Debate

“It’s fun, isn’t it?”

Those were the words of Governor Romney shortly into last night’s presidential debate with President Obama. I was privileged to attend the event along with three of my colleagues, Joel Vaughan, Ken Windebank and Gary Schneeberger (pictured below, left to right).

I have to admit. The debate was fun.

In the midst of the political frenzy and the seriousness of the stakes on November 6th, it’s easy to lose sight of something significant.

Topics: Current Events Tags: events, family, policy October 4, 2012 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

This NFL Player Said What?

And you thought the matter of replacement referees was controversial.

Earlier this season, Baltimore Ravens linebacker Brendon Ayanbadejo publicly expressed support for same-sex marriage.

In response, Maryland state delegate Emmett C. Burns Jr., a Ravens fan, wrote a letter to the Ravens owner, Steve Bisciotti, asking him to prohibit his players from offering political commentary.

Outraged by the Maryland politician’s letter, Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe penned a lewd, rude and profanity-laden letter to Mr. Burns, chastising him for not only encouraging censorship but also, supporting traditional one-man, one-woman marriage.

Topics: Current Events Tags: homosexuality, policy, pop culture, religious liberty October 3, 2012 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Homecoming Prank Follow-Up and Focus Connection

Last Wednesday I shared with you the touching story of Michigan’s Whitney Kropp. Miss Kropp is the 16-year-old high school student whose classmates attempted to embarrass her by nominating the sophomore to the school’s homecoming court.

Instead, the so-called “prank” turned her into something of a national celebrity.

Miss Kropp’s community rallied to her side. A Facebook page created to express support generated over 125,000 “likes.” The cost of her dress, shoes and flowers were covered by local merchants.

Topics: Current Events Tags: faith, kids, news, pop culture October 1, 2012 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Who Would Bully this Beautiful Girl?

Have you heard about the 16-year-old Michigan girl who was voted to her high school’s homecoming court as part of a so-called “prank”?

According to various media reports, Whitney Kropp is a student at West Branch’s Ogemaw Heights High School, north of Saginaw.

At first, Whitney was excited and surprised. By her own admission she’s not part of the “in” crowd and couldn’t imagine why she would have been nominated in the first place.

But then she was told the truth, and the news broke her heart.

Topics: Current Events Tags: friendship, kids, news, pop culture September 26, 2012 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Give the Refs a Break

I know what I’m about to say may not be very popular, especially today.

Last night’s chaotic and controversial end to the Seahawks and Packers Monday Night Football game has thrown gasoline on the fire surrounding the performance of replacement officials in the NFL.

And let me just say that I get it. I’m a fan. I watch the games. I enjoy the purity of the sport and don’t appreciate the delays and the mistakes that impact outcomes.

Topics: Current Events Tags: entertainment, family, pop culture, pro-life September 25, 2012 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Why the Presidential Election Could Come Down to Your Vote

When you review history, it’s remarkable how many things have been decided by the slimmest of margins:

Who can forget the presidential election of 2000? You’ll recall that George W. Bush defeated Vice President Al Gore by just 537 votes in Florida.

A race for the Alaskan House of Representatives in 2008 came down to a single vote.

That same year, Al Franken defeated Minnesota’s U.S. Senator Norm Coleman in a hotly contested election. Only 225 votes separated the two men.

Topics: Current Events Tags: events, faith, news, policy September 24, 2012 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Father-Daughter Dances Are Now Illegal?

Public school officials in Cranston, Rhode Island, have banned all “father-daughter” and “mother-son” activities, citing a threat from the American Civil Liberties Union, according to published reports.

The ACLU had filed a complaint on behalf of a single mother who argued such events were unfair to her daughter, who is unable to participate. A school attorney suggested that Rhode Island law banning gender discrimination makes gender specific activities illegal.

My heart breaks for every child forced to grow up without two parents.

Topics: Current Events Tags: family, kids, news, parenting September 19, 2012 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura