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Embracing Authentic Masculinity: A Call for Meekness in a Crisis of Manhood
Embracing Authentic Masculinity: A Call for Meekness in a Crisis of Manhood
At the Pennsylvania Family Institute, we are committed to fostering strong families and communities rooted in timeless values. This is why we’re excited to share insights from an article by Andrew Warthen, a former intern, graduate of Franciscan University of...
“Love is Love”?
“Love is Love”?
You've seen and heard it everywhere—from bumper stickers, lawn signs and billboards to the mouths of celebrities and politicians: "Love is love." It sounds nice. Caring. Non-confrontational. But when you really stop and think about it, this phrase does a lot more...
Parents Silenced: What Happened When Opt-Out Rights Were Denied
Parents Silenced: What Happened When Opt-Out Rights Were Denied
Last fall, at a dinner in Baltimore hosted by the Maryland Family Institute, I met a father whose deep concern for his young son is shared by parents like you and me all across Pennsylvania. In Washington, that father, Jeff Roman, and his wife, Svetlana, had their...
President Trump Signs Executive Order to Dismantle Department of Education, Empower Parents and Local Communities
President Trump Signs Executive Order to Dismantle Department of Education, Empower Parents and Local Communities
In a welcomed move to return educational authority to the states, President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday directing the phased closure of the U.S. Department of Education. The order shifts power away from Washington and back to states, school...
Planned Parenthood’s Real Business: Killing Babies, Hurting Women, and Indoctrinating Kids
Planned Parenthood’s Real Business: Killing Babies, Hurting Women, and Indoctrinating Kids
The New York Times recently published an exposé revealing the dire conditions inside Planned Parenthood locations nationwide. From botched abortion procedures to severe staff shortages and deteriorating facilities, the report painted a disturbing picture of an...
Pennsylvania Ranks 34th in Family Strength—Falling Behind Less Affluent States
Pennsylvania Ranks 34th in Family Strength—Falling Behind Less Affluent States
New data shows a clear link between family stability and economic prosperity—will policymakers take action? HARRISBURG, PA – Pennsylvania, a state with vast economic resources, ranks a troubling 34th in the nation for family stability, according to the newly...
Pennsylvania’s Family Crisis: How State Policies Are Undermining Marriage and Family Stability
Pennsylvania’s Family Crisis: How State Policies Are Undermining Marriage and Family Stability
Pennsylvania is facing a serious crisis when it comes to family stability. According to the newly released Family Structure Index, Pennsylvania ranks 34th in the nation—trailing behind states with far fewer economic resources. This ranking is not just a number; it...
Protecting Girls’ Sports Gaining Momentum in Pennsylvania
Protecting Girls’ Sports Gaining Momentum in Pennsylvania
In her recent PennLive op-ed, Emily Kreps, a former collegiate swimmer and legal assistant for the Pennsylvania Family Institute, highlights a cultural shift toward recognizing biological differences and protecting girls' sports across Pennsylvania and the nation....
A Win for Parental Rights: Pennsylvania Court Ruling Upholds Constitutional Protections
A Win for Parental Rights: Pennsylvania Court Ruling Upholds Constitutional Protections
This week, a Pennsylvania court has reaffirmed the fundamental rights of parents to direct the upbringing and education of their children. This ruling sends a clear message to school districts across the Commonwealth: parents must be informed and given the...