Obama: DC Appeals Court NLRB Ruling Has No Impact

Mark Gaston Pearce, chairman of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), issued a statement on Friday in response to the decision of a federal Appeals Court that held that President Obama’s three appointments to the NLRB, while the Senate was in session, are unconstitutional, and that all actions taken by these appointees are invalid. 28 Jan 2013

March for Life Draws Hundreds of Thousands in D.C.

During the Mass, attended by 13,000 people and hundreds of bishops, priests, and other clergy, Cardinal O’Malley said, “Abortion is not a necessary evil, it’s simply evil.” O’Malley, the chairman of the U.S. Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities, added, “Abortion, like slavery, is not just a religious issue, it is a human rights issue.” 25 Jan 2013

National School Choice Week Takes Message Across Country

National School Choice Week, a grass roots effort that hopes to raise the nation’s awareness of the benefits of school choice, is hosting its first nationwide whistle-stop train tour from Jan. 25th — Feb. 2nd. Over 3,500 events have been independently planned across the country to demonstrate the overwhelming support and demand for school choice. 23 Jan 2013

Gov. Cuomo Pushes Late-Term Abortion Legislation in New York

First it was same-sex marriage, then gun control. Now, Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D-NY) has set his sights on another key element of his legislative agenda, one that he likely hopes will solidify his candidacy to be the next liberal president of the United States in 2016. 22 Jan 2013

1,000 Defenders of 2nd Amendment Rally at Connecticut State Capitol

About 1,000 defenders of the Second Amendment gathered at the Connecticut state Capitol in Hartford on Saturday to urge lawmakers to protect their right to bear arms as provided in the U.S. Constitution. 20 Jan 2013

Rep. Rosa DeLauro to Propose Tax Credits for Gun Surrenders

Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) introduced a bill on Monday that, if passed, would give a $2,000 tax credit, over a two-year period, for owners of “assault weapons” who turn their guns in to police. 17 Jan 2013

Sen. Rand Paul to Propose Bill to 'Nullify' Obama's Executive Orders on Gun Control

Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) has announced he will propose a bill to “nullify” any of President Obama’s executive orders on gun control that give the appearance that the president is writing new legislation. 17 Jan 2013

Obama's Gun Control Orders More Funding for Social Programs, Schools

The White House document that accompanied Obama's executive orders urges numerous “incentives” and “investments” to be offered to schools to hire resource officers and school counselors, and to develop “school climate” programs. 17 Jan 2013

Experts: NY Gun Law Could Deter Mentally Ill from Seeking Treatment

Mental health experts say that New York's new gun control law may prevent the effective treatment of potentially dangerous individuals and even discourage them from seeking assistance. 16 Jan 2013

Conn. Senate GOP Leader Sponsors Bill to Ban High Capacity Magazines

The Hartford Courant is reporting that the state Senate Republican Leader in Connecticut is sponsoring a bill to ban ammunition magazines for rifles that contain more than 10 bullets. 13 Jan 2013