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. A subscription to Family North Carolina will give you access to other features in the magazine. See ordering information below.

September/October 2007

Highlights:

Myths and Misconceptions:
Behavioral Genetics and Homosexuality
Douglas A. Abbott, Ph.D., Professor of Child Youth and Family Studies at the University of Nebraska, writes about the misconceptions regarding the existence of a "gay gene." more — PDF — HTML

Comment—Judging the Marriage Amendment
Bill Brooks tackles the issue of why North Carolina is the only state in the Southeastern, except for Florida, not to have adopted a constitutional amendment defining marriage. As a result, State judges will end up deciding this issue and Governor Mike Easley has appointed a pro-homosexual activist to the North Carolina Court of Appeals. more

At Issue—The Inside Scoop
The interim editor of Family North Carolina says goodbye to former editor Erik Root, and talks about this issue of the magazine and ties the various topics into a unified whole. more

North Carolina General Assembly Adjourns
NCFPC director of government relations, John Rustin, summarizes the activities of the recently concluded 2007 Legislative Session, especially some of the issues relating to traditional family values. more

Why Families Matter
Strong Families are a good thing. Blackstone Fellow, Christina Sim discusses the value of families and why husbands and wives and mothers and fathers are so important to society. more

Charter Schools in North Carolina
John Rustin and Catie Blair analyze conflicting reports on the successes and failures of charter schools in North Carolina and how the state should respond. 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 | Mar/Apr | May/Jun | Jul/Aug |

2006: Sep/Oct | Nov/Dec |