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Coalition of more than 100 evangelicals presents alternative on global warming
WASHINGTON (BP)—A coalition of more than 110 evangelical Christians from various fields has issued a rebuttal to the arguments of evangelical leaders urging mandates to restrict human-induced global warming, calling instead for environmental policies it believes will more greatly benefit the poor. more »
by: Tom Strode - Jul 31, 2006 - topic(s): Citizenship, Christian Citizenship, Social Issues, Science, Environment
An Open Letter to the Signers of “Climate Change: An Evangelical Call to Action”
“They only asked us to remember the poor–the very thing I was eager to do.” –The Apostle Paul, Galatians 2:10
Widespread media reports tell of a scientific consensus that: more »
by: Interfaith Stewardship Alliance - Jul 29, 2006 - comments: 2 - topic(s): Citizenship, Christian Citizenship, Social Issues, Science, Environment, Issues
Health Costs
U.S. healthcare spending grew 7.4 percent in 2005 to surpass $2 trillion and is expected to grow 7.3 percent in 2006, the CMS said in an annual report. more »
by: Jerry Price - Jul 28, 2006 - topic(s): Citizenship, Social Issues
Health Care - Uninsured Americans
“The Bible tells us to do unto others as we would have others do unto us. If I were uninsured, I would want others to come to my aid and demand solutions. more »
by: Jerry Price - Jul 28, 2006 - topic(s): Family, Living, Health, Citizenship, Social Issues
Health Care - General
“People use health care services for many reasons: to treat illnesses, injuries, and health conditions; to prevent or delay future health care problems; to reduce pain and increase quality of life; and to obtain information about their health status and prognoses. more »
by: Jerry Price - Jul 28, 2006 - topic(s): Family, Living, Health, Citizenship, Social Issues
Health - Senior Adults
“The United States is on the brink of a longevity revolution. By 2030, the number of older Americans will have more than doubled to 70 million, or one in every five Americans. more »
by: Jerry Price - Jul 28, 2006 - comments: 2 - topic(s): Family, Living, Health, Citizenship, Social Issues
Health - Children
- The proportion of children ages 6-18 who were overweight increased from 6 percent in 1976-1980 to 16 percent in 1999-2002. Racial, ethnic, and gender disparities exist, such that in 1999-2002, Black-alone, non-Hispanic girls and Mexican American boys were at particularly high risk of being overweight (23 percent and 27 percent, respectively). more »
by: Jerry Price - Jul 28, 2006 - topic(s): Family, Living, Health, Citizenship, Social Issues
Health - General
“The health of the Nation continues to improve overall, in part because of the significant resources devoted to public health programs, research, health care, and health education. more »
by: Jerry Price - Jul 28, 2006 - topic(s): Family, Living, Health, Citizenship, Social Issues
Coalition releases statement, urges different approach after North Korean missile tests
WASHINGTON (BP)—Southern Baptist public policy leader Richard Land has joined in a diverse coalition urging a “third way” in dealing with North Korea that rejects military action but promotes human rights reforms. more »
by: Tom Strode - Jul 27, 2006 - topic(s): Citizenship, National, War
Democrats block progress of abortion transport bill
WASHINGTON (BP)—The Senate approved legislation July 25 to block the transportation of underage girls across state lines to obtain abortions in avoidance of parental involvement laws in the girls’ home states. more »
by: Tom Strode - Jul 26, 2006 - topic(s): Family, Parenting, Life, Abortion, Citizenship, Legislation, National, Social Issues
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