Posts by Sheila Roberts
DC Bill Becomes Law: What’s Next?
There was no fanfare, nor was there a “giant, earth-shattering ‘kaboom.’” Yet, when Congress closed for the day last Thursday, March 18, the Minor Consent for Vaccinations Amendment officially became law in the District of Columbia. On that date, our push for Congress to pass a veto resolution, which was always a long shot, officially…
Read MoreThe Problem with Anonymous Reporting, with Dale Cecka
Anonymous calls to report child abuse are designed to protect children, but far too often anonymous reporting is maliciously abused to harm families. What if we replaced anonymous calls with confidential reporting? This week, Jim talks with Dale Cecka, author of “Abolish Anonymous Reporting to Child Abuse Hotlines” and “How Child Abuse Hotlines Hurt the Very Children…
Read MoreEPPiC Conversation with Children’s Bureau Chief
We’re excited to announce this week’s special episode of the EPPiC Broadcast, where Parental Rights Foundation president Jim Mason talks with Jerry Milner about his views on child welfare and family preservation. This interview marks the first time the head or former head of any federal agency has appeared on our podcast, and we are…
Read MoreReforming the Child Welfare System, with Jerry Milner
Far too often, the child welfare system sends children straight to foster care, destroying innocent families and harming the very children it tries to protect. How can we prioritize preserving families and giving parents the support they need instead? This week, Jim talks with Jerry Milner, former Associate Commissioner of the Children’s Bureau in the…
Read MoreParental Rights and the Constitution, with William Wagner
This week, Michael talks with William Wagner, distinguished Professor Emeritus of Law at the Western Michigan University Cooley Law School, and president of Salt and Light Global. William has served as a Federal Judge in the U.S. Courts, as Legal Counsel in the U.S Senate, as Senior Assistant United States Attorney in the Department of Justice,…
Read MoreDC Bill 23-171 with Rolf Hazelhurst
Imagine if your 11-year-old child could receive medical procedures without your knowledge or approval. What exactly is DC Bill 23-171, the Minor Consent to Vaccination Act, and why are we so concerned with stopping this legislation? Rolf Hazlehurst is a senior attorney with Children’s Health Defense and has been actively engaged in the practice of…
Read MoreWho Gets to Decide? With Melissa Moschella
Someone is going to make decisions for your child. Should it be you (the parent) or the government? And what really is in the best interest of your child? This week, Jim talks with Melissa Moschella, Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the Catholic University of America, where her teaching focuses on bioethics and the moral…
Read MoreDon’t Miss It: Parental Rights Podcast Hits Amazing Stride
If you haven’t listened to the Parental Rights Foundation’s EPPiC Broadcast podcast lately, you might want to check it out again. There’s an onslaught of concerning topics and dangerous legislation being discussed in Congress and the media right now. Our guests are here to share with you how these different issues relate to parental rights…
Read MoreA History of Child Welfare, with Martin Guggenheim
This week, Jim talks with Martin Guggenheim, who has taught at the NYU School of Law for over 25 years, and is one of the foremost experts on family law and family rights today. Marty tells us about his lengthy career in the family law field, including how the current child welfare system came to…
Read MoreUpdate: 2021 Conference Rescheduled
The Conference on Parental Rights at the Franciscan University of Steubenville (Ohio) that was formerly scheduled for April 9–10 has been rescheduled for October 15–16 of this year. The move is in response to shutdowns and travel restrictions related to COVID-19. The conference will feature more than a dozen speakers and professional experts covering a…
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