Family North Carolina – Magazine
The North Carolina Family Policy Council is now publishing a 32-page bi-monthly magazine. Family North Carolina is designed to bring a wealth of information about public policy issues in North Carolina to our readers.  In each issue, there is a feature story dealing with a key issue of public policy as well as several shorter "spotlight" pieces that bring perspective to the issue. Also, regular columns will address legal issues, legislative matters, and commentary. In addition, readers will be able to find information on resources and events of the North Carolina Family Policy Council.

Mar/Apr 2007

Feature Article

Hype versus Hope: Real Promise in Adult Stem Cells
David A. Prentice, Ph. D explains why adult stem cell treatments hold the promise for the present and the future and how policy makers and the public do not know the whole truth about stem cell research and its near cousin, cloning. DOWNLOAD

Living in the Brave New World
NCFPC president Bill Brooks considers the state funding of embryonic stem cell research. more

Communicating with your Legisltors
This article will give you the basic information you need to have an effective voice in North Carolina’s public policy arena. That information falls in three areas: People, Policy, and Processs. more

Adult vs. Embryonic Stem Cell Research
Dr. Jacques Mistrot provides an understandable essay on the difference between adult and embryonic stem cell research and why the distinction is important. more

An Ethical Alternative
David N. Bass explores whether research in North Carolina holds the key to solving a growing dilemma in the stem cell controversy. more

Reason, Sentiments, and Personal Significance
Peter Augustine Lawler, Ph. D writes about science and its influence on our lives as he explores how this body of knowledge interacts with human “progress.” more

How to Subscribe
If you do not already receive Family North Carolina, a one-year subscription is available for a suggested donation of $16. Write the North Carolina Family Policy Council at: PO. Box 20607, Raleigh, NC 27619. You may also call us at 919-807-0800 from 9 AM to 5 PM if you have any questions, or email us at admin@ncfamily.org

Previous Editions

2007: Jan/Feb

2006: Sep/Oct | Nov/Dec

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