Tag: children
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The Role of Parents in Education: The Supreme Court’s Stand

The recent divide between the leaders of America’s two largest teachers’ unions over the Supreme Court’s ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor is as revealing as it is unsurprising. One laments the Court’s decision as a betrayal of professional expertise, while the other somewhat unexpectedly acknowledges the rightful place of parents in the educational process. And…
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A Defense of the Innocence of Children: A Response to the Kansas Decision

It is a sign of great moral confusion that we must now contend for truths so obvious that our ancestors would have regarded their denial as madness. That childhood should be protected, that the bodies of children should remain inviolate, that no man ought to maim or sterilize a child under the pretense of mercy—these…
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Why Fathers Matter: The Impact on Society and Families

The role of fathers in society is both irreplaceable and undervalued. Despite fashionable rhetoric to the contrary, the evidence is overwhelming that fathers provide essential contributions to the stability and development of their children. A father’s presence—or absence—can ripple through generations, shaping the character, prospects, and resilience of individuals and communities alike. Fathers are not…