CAP Blog
Media Ignores Homeschool Rally
Is the media accurately reporting what’s happening at the capitol? Let’s look at two rallies last week, and let you answer that question for yourself.
The Homeschooler’s Family Day at the Capital was hosted by Arizona Families for Home Education (AFHE) last week on March 2nd.
Abortion Litigation Update: Federal Court Victory
Attorneys with the Alliance Defense Fund and Center for Arizona Policy have appealed an Arizona judge’s order to halt new state laws protecting the health and safety of women while a lawsuit filed by Planned Parenthood moves forward in state court.
CAP President Cathi Herrod: A Former Liberal?
Yes, you did read the title correctly. CAP President Cathi Herrod, one of the top conservative leaders in Arizona, was once a self-proclaimed "liberal feminist." A great spotlight article in the Arizona Guardian details what motivates Cathi and why she is so involved in this work.
Here is just a sampling of the interview with Cathi Herrod. Make sure you click here to read the rest.
College Students Planning Their Fall Schedule? Come Intern at CAP!
CAP has been busy receiving and reviewing applications for our Summer Intern Team. We are putting together a talented group of college students that will help us will legislative wrap-up, policy research, and Voters Guides.
Interns will work closely with our Policy Team, and our President Cathi Herrod, who was recently named one of the most influential Arizonans of the decade. If you are interested in a summer internship, it is not too late to apply, but contact us soon.
CAP: "The Most Powerful Lobby at the Capitol"
Today in the Arizona Republic, CAP received some of the most significant and positive media attention in our history. The first line in the spotlight article sums up what CAP has been doing for 15 years, "The Center for Arizona Policy has impacted the daily life of nearly every Arizonan in some way or another over the past 14 years."
Great Day! CAP Bills Pass!
Today was a great day for Arizona families as 5 important CAP-supported bills were voted and passed. The bills are as follows, along with the link to the vote:
Bills passing the House:
CAP & Churches Join With Governor to Launch "Arizona Serves"
Today, CAP joined with Governor Jan Brewer and many church leaders to launch the website and project "Arizona Serves." Due to the budget cuts and economic hard times in Arizona, there are many people in need of basic services. Instead of relying on the government to provide all of these services, we are encouraging churches and citizens to help those in need in their communities.
Homeschool Families Gather at Capitol
Today, supporters of homeschool education gathered at the state capitol for the Homeschool Day at the Capitol. With over 25,000 homeschooled students in Arizona and state laws that support freedom for homeschooling, Arizona is a leader in the country when it comes to homeschool education. Carol Shippy and her staff at Arizona Families for Home Education did a great job of putting on this event that brought together over 1,000 people.
Voter Guides Coming This Fall
As we do for every election year, CAP will be producing Voters Guides for the important primary and general elections in the next coming months. These Voters Guides are a great way to learn how candidates stand on important issues that affect our families, our state, and our country.
If you could sit down for coffee with a candidate for only a few minutes, what question would you ask them?
- What's your position on health care reform?
- Should abortions be funded by tax dollars?
CAP Working With Others to Strengthen School Choice
As many parents are thinking about school options for their children for next fall, CAP is helping lead the charge to make sure Arizona is a place where all parents have a right and opportunity to educate their child in the manner they see fit. This year, we are working with legislators to strengthen the tax credit scholarship programs in a variety of ways.
Abortion Facility "Deplorable"
USA Today is reporting that due to findings from FBI-DEA raids last week on an abortion clinic, an abortionist in Philadelphia is having his license suspended. Why was the license suspended?
Parts of aborted fetuses in jars.
Blood on the floor.
CAP Throughout the Country?
At CAP, we exist to help protect and defend the families of Arizona. While we keep an eye on things happening in other states and the national level, our service is mostly to the citizens and families in Arizona. However, that's not to say there's no one looking out for our values in other states.
Adoption Bill Passes House!
Today in the Arizona House of Representatives, HB 2148 passed with a bipartisan 35-22 vote. HB 2148 is one of the main bills on CAP's 2010 Legislative Agenda and is the first CAP-supported bill to pass through the House.
CAP Looking for Summer Interns
CAP is currently looking for talented college-aged interns for the summer of 2010. The summer interns are heavily involved in various projects, including legislative wrap-up, Voter Guides, and policy research. The interns work closely with our Policy Team and be an important team member of the leading pro-family organization in Arizona. Part-time and full-time internship positions are available.
To learn more about the application process, e-mail CAP Legislative Aide Brett Urig at burig@azpolicy.org.
House Panel Passes Important Child Prostitution Bill
On Thursday morning, the House Judiciary committee passed an important bill, HB 2699, which would help strengthen the law against those who engage in child prostitution. Larrie Fraley, President of StreetLight Phoenix, testified about his organization's three-pronged mission. The first two missions - raising awareness about the victimization of young women and creating a safe-house for victims - have already been established.
Parental Rights Not Protected in Canada
A troubling story out of Canada reminds us why it is so important to have strong parental rights provisions in the law. In late January, the school board of the Hamilton-Wentworth in Ontario informed their teachers that students are not permitted to be excused from classes that promote homosexuality.
Intense But Successful Day for CAP at Legislature
In one of the most whirlwind and crazy days in CAP history, a total of 8 CAP-supported bills passed through committee hearings this morning. We want to thank all of the people who came to the legislature to help support these important bills and especially the legislators that stood strong to vote for these proposals.
Come Watch CAP-Supported Bills This Week!
The week starting Monday February 15th will be extremely busy with CAP-supported bills being heard in committee hearings at the state legislature. Feel free to come watch the committee hearings and support these important bills:
Monday February 15
House Committee of the Whole - Floor Session at 1:30 p.m.
- HB 2148 - Adoption; Marriage Preference
Divorce Reform and Abortion Reporting Bills Pass Committee
On Wednesday, two important CAP-supported bills passed through the House Health and Human Services committee. Both bills are common-sense measures: making sure abortions are accurately reported and ensuring that people seeking divorce are given adequate time and information when considering to do so.
