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Pew Report: Asian-American Evangelicals Less Republican Than White Evangelicals
Asian-American evangelicals are mostly Republican and more likely to be Republican than other Asian-Americans, but less likely than white evangelicals to be Republican, according to a new report by Pew Research Center. The difference may have to do with different ideas about the role of government.
Wheaton College, Catholic University Jointly Sue Over Birth Control Mandate
Wheaton College, an evangelical institution, joined forces Wednesday with Catholic University of America to sue the government for requiring that it provide health insurance coverage for some abortifacient drugs to its employees and students.
Federal Judge Dismisses 7-State Birth Control Mandate Suit
A federal judge on Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit by seven states over the Department of Health and Human Service's birth control mandate. U.S. District Judge Warren Urbom ruled that the states did not have standing to sue.
Conservatives: Obama's Speech About Business Needing Gov't Is 'Straw Man' Argument
President Barack Obama recently argued that business people rely on the help of government for their success. The Romney campaign called the remarks "insulting." Other conservatives say Obama mischaracterized the Republican position.
Rick Warren to Hold 'Presidential Forum' With Obama, Romney
Rick Warren, best-selling author and head pastor of Saddleback Church, will hold another "presidential forum" with President Barack Obama and Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney. His 2008 forum with Obama and John McCain was well regarded for its civility and for offering insights into the candidates' character and issue positions.
Cronyism Research Bridges Occupy Wall Street and Tea Party Concerns
George Mason University's Mercatus Center has begun a project to better understand and report on the consequences of corporatism and cronyism. The research promises to speak to one of the main concerns of both the Occupy Wall Street and Tea Party movements: government favoritism for the privileged.
Poll: 'Obamacare' Will Help Some, Hurt Others
A recent Gallup poll shows that majorities of Americans believe the Affordable Care Act (2010), also known as "Obamacare," will help those who get sick and currently do not have health insurance and hurt taxpayers, businesses and those who currently have health insurance. Responses fell mostly along partisan lines.
Should Penn State Get the 'Death Penalty'?
After the investigation into the cover-up of the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal at Penn State, some analysts believe that the university's football program should be temporarily shut down.
Romney Is a 'Felon,' Obama Is a 'Liar;' Character Attacks Intensify
In the 2012 presidential race, voters have recently been treated to a series of character attacks. President Barack Obama's campaign suggested that Mitt Romney may have committed a felony. The Romney campaign accused Obama of being a liar and purveyor of dirty politics. Neither candidate, however, appears willing to talk about their own record or their plans for the future if elected president.
FRC Appoints New VP; Will Help Address Military Issues
Lt. Gen. William "Jerry" Boykin has been appointed Family Research Council's executive vice president, the organization announced Friday at a press event. Besides overseeing the day-to-day operations at FRC, Boykin's extensive military experience will provide the organization with greater expertise to address social issues in the military.