NC Family's Family Policy Matters

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For The Sake of Our Children (Part 2) Oct 28, 2019

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This week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family brings you Part 2 of a speech delivered by Dr. Ryan Anderson of The Heritage Foundation at NC Family's Major Speakers Dinner in Charlotte, NC on October 8, 2019. Dr. Anderson continues his discussion about what all children are entitled to in their lives, and how those rights are in jeopardy in the culture war of today.

For the Sake of Our Children (Part 1) Oct 21, 2019

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This week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family brings you Part 1 of a speech delivered by Dr. Ryan Anderson of The Heritage Foundation at NC Family's Major Speakers Dinner in Charlotte, NC on October 8, 2019. Dr. Anderson discusses what all children are entitled to in their lives, and how those rights are in jeopardy in the culture war of today.

The Man Behind The Case for Christ (Part 2) Oct 14, 2019

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This week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family brings you Part 2 of a 2-part show with Lee Strobel, best-selling author and Christian apologist. Strobel details step by step how believers can share their faith with nonbelievers, and provides resources for becoming more knowledgeable about the historical and scientific truth behind our faith.

The Man Behind The Case For Christ Oct 07, 2019

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This week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family brings you Part 1 of a 2-part show with Lee Strobel, best-selling author and Christian apologist. Strobel describes how he came to faith through his investigation into Jesus' life, death, and resurrection, and how he uses science and history to approach discussions about faith with nonbelievers.

Machines vs. Souls Sep 30, 2019

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This week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family Communications Director Traci DeVette Griggs sits down with Dr. R.J. Snell of the Witherspoon Institute to discuss what it means to be human and how our culture's current views of life and death reflect an attitude of entitlement, as many view their bodies as machines they own rather than as embodied souls they have been gifted.

Profess At Your Own Risk Sep 23, 2019

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This week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family Communications Director Traci DeVette Griggs speaks with Dr. Allan Josephson, a former professor from the University of Louisville, who was removed from the university for his comments on gender dysphoria. Dr. Josephson is currently suing the university for violating his free speech rights, and he is being represented by Alliance Defending Freedom. ADF senior counsel Travis Barham joins Dr. Josephson on Family Policy Matters this week.

Fighting For The Freedom To Choose Sep 16, 2019

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This week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family Communications Director Traci DeVette Griggs sits down with Mike Long, President of Parents for Educational Freedom in North Carolina. Long shares why 20% of North Carolina families are exploring non-traditional schooling options, and how the Millennial parent mindset of having options continues to influence this school choice trend.

The Inside Scoop On Independent Schools Sep 09, 2019

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This week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family Communications Director Traci DeVette Griggs talks to Linda Nelson, a veteran educator and Executive Director of the North Carolina Association of Independent Schools (NCAIS). Nelson describes the diverse makeup of independent schools in North Carolina, and dispels many of the stereotypes people may have about private schools.

How To Homeschool In North Carolina Sep 03, 2019

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This week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family Communications Director Traci DeVette Griggs speaks with Dr. Matthew McDill, a homeschooling dad and Executive Director of North Carolinians for Home Education. Dr. McDill discusses the most common characteristics of homeschool families in North Carolina, as well as the safeguards and resources available for those who might want to begin homeschooling in our state.

Refuting The Myths About Public Charter Schools Aug 26, 2019

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This week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family Communications Director Traci DeVette Griggs sits down with Rhonda Dillingham, a veteran educator and Executive Director of the North Carolina Association for Public Charter Schools. Dillingham discusses the history of public charter schools, and dispels the most common negative stereotypes about these schools.