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Topics: * Same sex marriage does not pass in Maryland or Rhode Island * Overall consensus is that morals are on the rise in America * Rick responds to comments on offending your animals by calling them pets * Legal victory for a Christian arrested at a Muslim festival for answering questions about God * Don't Ask Don't Tell is still in effect * In Alabama, tenure teachers can be dismissed * Goodwin Liu was not appointed to federal appeals court

Dr. Ted Baehr tells us about new movies that are upcoming and already out. There is much quality entertainment to choose form. Which movies are the best to watch with Family? Dr. Baehr mentions several big-name movies with underlying wholesome themes, including Kung Fu Panda II, Green Lantern, Cars II, Mr. Popper's Penguins, Judy Moody, and more.

The Supreme Court rules that it is, in fact, constitutional for individuals to make contributions to schools for tax credits, public and private. An actual dollar-per-dollar tax reduction. Private schools cost half as much as public schools; it is far more effective to support public schools. Rich families can already afford to send their children to private schools; this will help poor children to receive better education, it will empower parents to direct education, and it will save money- a perfect solution!

Instead of government staying out of church, as the founders intended, there is now a new big push to over-regulate churches and non-profit organizations. Any organized group of individuals with an asset of more than five-thousand dollars will be required to supply the government annual reports. Organizations will be required to register before they can solicit any money, whatsoever. Could investigations be conducted without probable cause? This has the potential of being very costly.

Guns are used five times more often to stop a crime than as a cause of crime. The intent of our founders was to allow the people to be as well armed as the government. People have a right to protect themselves from any dangerous force, including the government. Some states are trying to limit the size of a magazine to 9 rounds. The criminals won't abide by this restrictive regulation, why should people defending their homes have to?

If a picture is truly worth a thousand words, what then do the pictures, monuments, and great art of our nation's Capitol tell us about American history and our nation's Founders? Many visitors to the Capitol would be shocked to discover that the faith of our Founding Fathers has been chiseled in stone throughout that great building. What is the meaning behind some of our nation's most baffling symbols, from the dollar bill's "all-seeing eye," to the towering national monuments of Washington, DC? What happens to a society that forgets the truths and symbols of its own past? And why has this irrefutable evidence of our great spiritual heritage been covered up and forgotten? Discover little-known facts about our nation's Godly history in the American Heritage Series. America: this is your heritage!

If a picture is truly worth a thousand words, what then do the pictures, monuments, and great art of our nation's Capitol tell us about American history and our nation's Founders? Many visitors to the Capitol would be shocked to discover that the faith of our Founding Fathers has been chiseled in stone throughout that great building. What is the meaning behind some of our nation's most baffling symbols, from the dollar bill's "all-seeing eye," to the towering national monuments of Washington, DC? What happens to a society that forgets the truths and symbols of its own past? And why has this irrefutable evidence of our great spiritual heritage been covered up and forgotten? Discover little-known facts about our nation's Godly history in the American Heritage Series. America: this is your heritage!

If a picture is truly worth a thousand words, what then do the pictures, monuments, and great art of our nation's Capitol tell us about American history and our nation's Founders? Many visitors to the Capitol would be shocked to discover that the faith of our Founding Fathers has been chiseled in stone throughout that great building. What is the meaning behind some of our nation's most baffling symbols, from the dollar bill's "all-seeing eye," to the towering national monuments of Washington, DC? What happens to a society that forgets the truths and symbols of its own past? And why has this irrefutable evidence of our great spiritual heritage been covered up and forgotten? Discover little-known facts about our nation's Godly history in the American Heritage Series. America: this is your heritage!

Laws are written for a reason. They keep the wicked in check, and provide safety to those who will be team players. Our current administration is not enforcing the obscenity laws that we, as citizens, want. Why is there no consequence for illegal pornography, today? What is the difference between having no law and having a law that is not enforced?

Exciting news for education! Joe Bast of the Heartland Institute tells us all about it. The Supreme Court rules that tax credits for educational choice is constitutional. Free market education saves money, and it provides higher quality education to students. No two kids learn exactly the same way; one size does not fit all, when it comes to schools. Now, public funding can start being directed towards private education.

topics: * Good news for life around the world. Hungary's constitution protects life, in article II of their constitution. Kenya also wanted to ban abortion in their constitution, but Obama said that if they want foreign aid, they can't. There is now a ban on tax-payer funded abortions in Washington DC. * David and Rick answer a question about how passing a budget works. What is the process by which a budget is constructed? * DC school vouchers help school choice. * David and Rick answer a question about the Republicans' behavior regarding the last budget cut.

A UN treaty, being done by Bolivia, aims to give Mother Earth the same rights as humans, granting special rights to bugs, trees and soil. It will recognize Earth as a living entity. The treaty even allows for a "ministry" of Mother Earth and a political voice for the planet. Bolivia has listed ten "commandments," to save the Earth, starting with #1: "The need to end capitalism." Several nations have already enacted this ludicrous policy.

The reports are coming in- 82% of US schools may be labeled as failing under No Child Left Behind. Students are graduating without being able to read their own diplomas. James Golsan talks about how education can be improved. Is a 100% pass-rate unrealistic?

The Black and Hispanic communities are suffering from disproportionate graduation rates in public schooling. Why is this happening? If churches reach out and provide programs to augment education in these areas, it could make a huge difference. Bishop Harry Jackson talks about church involvement in the community and ways churches can make a difference in education.

Dan Lungren, Former Attorney General of California, on the subject of the counsel for the house and DOMA- the president refused to defend marriage. King and Spalding, the firm in charge of the defense, now, pulled the plug because of political pressure, so Paul Clement has left King and Spalding to continue counsel for the house, himself.

Modern history teaches us that our Founding Fathers were atheists, agnostics, and deists yet a closer look into history tells us a different story. America's founders were united by their deeply held spiritual beliefs, and those beliefs directly impacted the formation of the new nation. Significantly, the Bible was the source of many of the unique ideas and unprecedented principles laid out in our founding documents, but today we are no longer taught these truths about our founding; instead, we are taught a revisionist history in which religious faith is absent and God's Providential hand is ignored. Learn the true story of America's birthright and of our Founding Fathers in the American Heritage Series. America: this is your heritage!

Sharia is a real threat to our country. Muslims have found that by claiming religious protection in the name of political correctness, they gain freedom to promote their agenda. They use a propaganda machine to exaggerate a myth of increasing hate crimes to gain sympathy. Facts show that Jews are the target of eight times more hate crimes than Muslims.

There is a growing trend of Christians being unlawfully arrested, simply for sharing their faith. Today we hear about several such cases throughout the nation, with a focus on one, in particular. In California, a highway patrol officer arrests a man for reading the Bible out-loud to individuals waiting in line at a DPS office, before it opens. The arrest was caught on video, and can be seen on YouTube.

Robert tells us about teacher, Brad Johnson. His school district tells him to take down his patriotic banners after having them up for 25 years- "In God We Trust," "One Nation Under God," "God Bless America," and "God Shed His Grace on Thee." Other teachers are permitted to leave their secular and other-religion posters up on gay rights, anti-war themes, Buddhist prayers, etc.

To be a pro-life medical student is becoming more and more difficult. Dominique tells us that Medical Schools are "enemy occupied territory." A student was blacklisted from finding a career in medicine because his professor called him a "potential abortion clinic bomber" all because the student voiced pro-life views and beliefs. Medical schools are trying to forcefully train new students to perform abortions, since so many of the younger doctors refuse to perform them.

Topics - * The recent victory involving baby Joseph's medical treatment in the United States, after treatment was refused in Canada under socialized medicine. * Religious freedom day celebrated at the schools in Florida banned passing out Bibles, until Mat Staver with Liberty Counsel intervened and won the lawsuit * In Dearborn Michigan, 4 Christians were arrested for witnessing to Muslims at a Muslim festival. In the end, the Christians were cleared of their charges. * David and Rick recap the Jon Stewart interview * 40 days for Life Campaign successes- hear testimonies of lives saved.

More on the Arkansas tornado disaster relief- Montie Twining tells us about Angels in Cowboy Boots. Angels in Cowboy Boots deliver meals in 5-gallon buckets to disaster victims. They have helped in Haiti and Pakistan. All labor is donated. 100% of money given goes to the food buckets and fuel to deliver. Jim Stockdale tells us about Latin American Ministry. Latin American Ministry focuses on the Latin American community, supplying aid as needed.

Tim Geoglein, former assistant to George W. Bush, talks about the president's choice in proclamations. What our president chooses to say to the American people tells a lot about where he stands on issues and what he believes. Why does he ignore Easter, and break the tradition? He's recognized many other holidays, including several Muslim holidays, so why doesn't he address Easter, the most significant Christian holiday? Christianity is the most prominent religion in the United States.

Yesterday we talked about AARP and its dishonest practices. Today, we talk more on AARP and its use of tax-payer dollars to lobbying the government for even more money. Is this common place amongst large member organizations? Make sure that your organizations have your best interest in mind!

AARP Lobbied Obamacare. Doesn't AARP represent one of the groups who could be harmed most by Obamacare? This is the organization who is supposed to represent the interests of senior citizens. Only 19% of Seniors support Obamacare. What is actually happening with AARP? AARP stands to gain billions of dollars from royalties for referring people to coverage. They've been lobbying for more tax payer dollars. There are alternative groups with much better value systems, who are true to the interests of their members.

Topics- * In God We Trust is finding it's way back into government workplaces in California * Navy chaplains are not going to have to perform same-sex marriages, after all. * Listener question- was the 16th amendment really ratified? * The attorney general has been put on record for not agreeing that obscenity is an issue, after he's been refusing to enforce the law. This is the first step in getting things turned around. * H.R. 3 passes in the house, to stop abortion from being tax-payer funded.

Pastor Tim Brooks briefly talks about the recent tornadoes that recently struck Kansas before opening the main topic- New regulations in New York are saying kickball, dodgeball, tag, etc. are too intense for children to be playing in schools. Tim brooks relates his perspective in running a kids camp, with equestrian, archery, go-carts, etc. that children need to learn to handle bad calls, and learn not to be defeated by losing. These are life lessons that children will not learn without a competitive atmosphere.

Today's guest, Sam Brownback, governor of Kansas, talks about victories in the pro-life area. A new fetal pain bill defines a fetus as a pain-capable child. The law was passed in Kansas, ending abortion beyond the 22-week point. This victory is two-fold: First, it will directly reduce the amount of abortions in a similar way that viability laws do. Second, by recognizing that an unborn child feels pain, we are taking a step closer to recognizing an unborn child as a legal person. Planned parenthood is not challenging this law, because they understand what it would mean to recognize an unborn child as pain-capable. Brownback is changing the way America views abortion.

Representative Simpson discusses the current state of airport security. It degrades the dignity of passengers. He discuses the proposal for a bill to remove some of these superfluous security schemes, but he's receiving flack for his position on it. Do body scanners really help keep people safe? Michael Chertoff, head of homeland security, is a consultant for the manufactures of the body scanners. There is a huge conflict of interests, fed by peoples fears, when it comes to air travel.

David and Rick take the opportunity to play catch-up on questions from listeners. David addresses a question on Sharia law raised by his recent interview with Jon Stewart, on the Daily Show. Rick answers a question on CO2 regulation.

Today, we hear from General Bob Dees and the terrifying truth about the current administration behavior, specifically as it relates to the New START treaty. This "Strategic Arms Reduction" treaty ties our hands and weakens the integrity of our nation on many levels- We've entered in a one-sided agreement with Russia, not to use our missiles for defense. And we've revealed secret tactical information about Great Britain. Why are we selling out our allies? What does this do for national morale?

Guest, Brenda MacMenamin, tells us about an amazing opportunity for students in Florida to receive high school and college credit and scholarships. A Scholarship is rewarded to students who get enough signatures on a Florida personhood amendment petition. The amendment would place state-constitutional protection on the unborn in Florida. Not in Florida? There are other similar opportunities in other states. Listen to find out how you can get involved!

Father Frank tells us about Baby Joseph, a 16-month old child with a debilitating neurological condition. His life could be extended with a simple tracheotomy. Simple solution, right? However, in Canada, where Baby Joseph's family lives, they had to go before a medical board and plea to convince the doctors that their son was worth saving. The doctors ultimately said, "No." After a heated battle, the Canadian hospital finally released the child into the care of an American hospital, where he was promptly treated. This is a true testament to the nature of socialized medicine.

States are proposing that gay marriage could help stimulate the economy. Cummins Inc., an engine company, testified that they would not expand jobs in Indiana if the state passes a marriage amendment. They are playing a political game. Guest Maggie Gallagher, explains just how embarrassing and ridiculous the proposal of gay marriage as an economic incentive is. She details what gay marriage would actually do to the economy.

Hear from Wallbuilders Speaker, Tim Barton, after a first-hand experience in disaster relief. While visiting Pastor Tim Brooks, in Arkansas, his town was struck by a tornado. Neighbors are the first ones one the scene, helping people out of the rubble. After FEMA shows up, the work grinds to a near-halt, when tasks of 'low priority' have no government authorization. Hear about the government intrusion's on the community's own disaster relief.

School choice is no longer just about low income kids. Private choice bills, this session, have passed in 13 chambers. Great news for school choice! A system of vouchers in Indiana could provide students a better education by enabling educational funds to be used at a school of the parent's choice. It will also enable the money to be used much more efficiently. This is an example for other states to follow.

This National Day of Prayer, our president is refusing to participate. Hear from previous presidents- George W. Bush, FDR, Trueman, And Eisenhower as our nation joins together in prayer!

The National Day of Prayer is around the corner. The "Freedom From Religion" foundation is having their own anti-'National Day of Prayer,' "Godless Constitution Day." Hear David and Rick's response. Our constitution has religious language; it is a God-filled document.

Kelly Shackelford discusses two topics, both related to Paul Clement. First, the president's defense of DOMA was half-hearted. Now, it is up to the house to stand up for the law. Originally, Clement was to be on the case, but now, a change of plans? Secondly, an 8-year old boy, is our topic. All he wanted was to share "The Legend of the Candy Cane" with his classmates, during his school's "winter" party. The school said he could not share his religious message. Hear about the case and the outcome.

What do labels mean? Evangelical Christian, Born-again Christian, etc. The Bible should shape the culture. Don't let your political philosophy shape what you believe about the Bible. We're drifting apart into an evangelical-right and an evangelical-left. Dr. Mark Smith talks about the emerging evangelical-left. This is the word of God misapplied. The evangelical left believes that benevolence is up to the government. We know that benevolence is intended to be personal and the church is to be its vehicle, not the government.

During the Revolutionary War, churches and clergy played a pivotal role, providing leadership in the political and military arenas and helping shape the intellectual ideas that took root in our founding documents. The Bible helped shape our nation's government, educational system, and culture in general; and while today's critics have relegated religious leaders to serving only within the four walls of the church, America's early religious leaders believed that they were to be involved in every aspect of life - including government. Is there still a role for churches and pastors to play in today's political arena? Discover the answer to that question as well as how pastors and religious leaders set the course for the nation in the American Heritage Series. America: this is your heritage!

During the Revolutionary War, churches and clergy played a pivotal role, providing leadership in the political and military arenas and helping shape the intellectual ideas that took root in our founding documents. The Bible helped shape our nation's government, educational system, and culture in general; and while today's critics have relegated religious leaders to serving only within the four walls of the church, America's early religious leaders believed that they were to be involved in every aspect of life - including government. Is there still a role for churches and pastors to play in today's political arena? Discover the answer to that question as well as how pastors and religious leaders set the course for the nation in the American Heritage Series. America: this is your heritage!

By our constitution, treaties are considered to be the supreme law of the land. Their purpose is to maintain friendly relations between the US and other countries. The current administration is trying to press an agenda by accepting a treaty for "rights of the child." This would give children legal rights above that of their parents. Every parent would be forced to answer to the government on every point on how they raise their children. Will Estrada of Home School Legal Defense, enlightens us as to the dangers this treaty would entail. This is serious abuse of treaties; our founding fathers never intended treaties to be used in such a manner. In fact, they advise to use treaties sparingly.

Dr. Beisner talks about EPA and their claim that CO2 is a "dangerous pollutant." CO2 is a gas that is essential for plant life. They want it regulated. This will cost the government trillions of dollars, destroy jobs and hurt the poor. Human-produced CO2's impact on global temperature is negligible. This is "Post-normal science," a politicized science used to promote political agendas.

Congressman Randy Forbes about House Resolution 13, reaffirming the national motto, "In God We Trust." Schools and government buildings are encouraged to express it. David talks about what it means to have "In God We Trust" on the money. It goes back 250 years. Learn about the history behind it. It's not just "ceremonial deism."

This Good News Friday we talk about Life and some of the great battles being won on this front. Many new pro-life individuals have been elected at both the state and federal levels. We are seeing instant, immediate results from the election of 2010! There is new pro-life legislation all across the country. Many new regulations are being enacted to limit abortion providers. Can Planned Parenthood be defeated? Daniel McConchie of Americans United for Life answers the question.

Today, we hear from Rabbi Daniel Lapin as he shares his Jewish wisdom. He tells us how thankful he is that America has it's Christian roots. Compare countries that developed based on the Bible and non-Bible countries. Only Christianity has the transforming power to convert barbarism to a civilized Form. As a Jew, he does not evangelize; As Christians, we are called to evangelize. And it is that very hope that can fix the world. If you believe in evolution, man is nothing more than an animal, with the zookeeper of government to control him. If you believe the Lord has placed us here, then we have souls and God-given rights, and government is here to serve us. The rabbi talks about these two opposing beliefs. Christianity is crucial to civilization.

Phil King talks about the Texas state deficit. Does having a deficit mean they are in debt? What is it about the Texas model that is so special? State Representative Phil King answers these question. He talks about the Texas balanced budget amendment. Texas will not spend money it does not have. Being financially wise with our money works for our lives, families and businesses, why should government be any different? More than half of all US jobs created in 2008 were created in Texas. Texas continues to be a leader in job production. Look at the core functions of government; prioritize. Keep what is necessary and drop what is less necessary, even if it means dropping some good programs. Sometimes sacrifices have to be made, but it is what is needed to keep a government afloat, and even prosper.

Congressman Joe Barton enlightens us on the dangers of "net neutrality." It's a regulation the FCC has been trying to impose upon our internet service providers, effectively telling them what they can and cannot do. It impedes free market, disallowing the providers to dictate their own prices based on usage. The term "net neutrality" may sound well and good, but this socialistic concept would make all sites on the internet "equal" whether they have high traffic demands or low traffic demands. Tell your members to support H.J. resolution 37.

Tom Brown, pastor of Word of Life church, talks about the city of El Paso, Texas and the ongoing battle over domestic partnerships. Christians filed a law suit against the city because they ignored the will of the people by providing recognition to domestic partnerships. In retaliation against Christian churches, the city declares that no church can be used as a voting place for their elections. The church has historically been the center of the community, and this will only hurt the city of El Paso. El Paso churches are actively pooling candidates to be an influential voice in the city.