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On June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court of the United States overturned the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision which fabricated the "right to privacy" and made abortion legal. The case, Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health, was handed down by a 6 to 3 decision and means that the only abortion clinic in Mississippi will have to shut it's doors when the state's trigger law banning abortions takes effect. Within the first few pages of the 213-page decision, , Justice Alito stated there is no constitutional right to abortion. There is no federal protection of a civil "right" to kill pre-born babies. Illinois Family Institute celebrates the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and the 1992 Casey v. Planned Parenthood held that states cannot ban pre-viability abortions, i.e. those done before a child can survive outside the womb. Gov. JB Pritzker has made it abundantly clear that he intends to make the state of Illinois an abortion sanctuary. He, with the help of pro-abortion legislators, intends to force Illinois taxpayers to pay for the abortions of everyone. Illinois Democrats have already made abortion less safe in the Land of Lincoln, by repealing the Parental Notice of Abortion law. Now they want nurses and midwives along with other healthcare personnel to be able to preform abortions in Illinois in order to accommodate the flood of victims coming across state lines. Some pro-life leaders think that Illinois abortion numbers will increase by 25k to 30k a year. Our work is just beginning to defend and protect life. Illinois Family Institute upholds the sanctity of life from conception to natural death. Please join us in the fight to protect the most innocent among us.

Anni Cyrus is the Founder of Live Up To Freedom, a grassroots group of international human rights activists focused on protecting and promoting the principles of freedom and equality outlined in the United States Constitution and the civil and human rights of all American citizens and legal residents, regardless of race, creed, religion, or political affiliation. She is a friend and frequent speaker at Illinois Family Institute events with one of her event videos reaching over 1.3 million views. Recently she interviewed two of IFA’s endorsed candidates running for the Republican nomination in the primary election taking place Tuesday, June 28th. In this video, Anni interviews our friend David Shestokas, who is running for Illinois Attorney General. We’ve known Dave for many years. We share his passion for the rule of law, our Founding Fathers and founding documents, and especially for God’s gift of freedom and self-government.

Anni Cyrus is the Founder of Live Up To Freedom, a grassroots group of international human rights activists focused on protecting and promoting the principles of freedom and equality outlined in the United States Constitution and the civil and human rights of all American citizens and legal residents, regardless of race, creed, religion, or political affiliation. She is a friend and frequent speaker at Illinois Family Institute events with one of her event videos reaching over 1.3 million views. Recently she interviewed two of IFA’s endorsed candidates running for the Republican nomination in the primary election taking place Tuesday, June 28th. In this video, Anni interviews James Marter, who is running for Illinois Congress in the 14th District.

This "news" segment from WGN News is not only highly biased and extreme pro-LGBT propaganda, but it is emotionally manipulative in its narrative. Moreover, it also outright lies about so-called "don't say gay" bills, which do not exist.

Dr. Mark Zumhagen started off the IFI Medical Freedom Forum (May 17, 2022) with an analysis of the war between science that acknowledges God and science that denies God. Illustrating this fact were the two chairs on the stage–one containing a Bible and one empty–a poignant example of the degradation that has ensued since God was removed from science dating back to 1859. Previous to this, scientists operated in an open system, a system where not only the natural realm but also the spiritual realm was taken into consideration. According to Zumhagen’s sources, Isaac Newton spent half his life studying the scriptures! His scientific study was conducted through the lens of the Creator’s truth–”in the beginning were the particles” (Gen. 1:1). Dr. Zumhagen explains that without Scriptural truth, scientists are viewing science through the limited lens of Darwinian “truth” are left unable to answer essential questions. Watch, listen and share!

Dr. Simone Gold, the founder of America’s Frontline Doctors, was our featured speaker at a special forum in which she exposed how medical tyranny is taking over America — and how our civil rights and the U.S. Constitution itself is under grievous attack. Internationally known as “the doctor who went viral,” Dr. Gold is a 20 year-plus formerly board certified emergency physician who voluntarily refused to renew her board certification in 2021 due to the unethical behavior of the Medical Boards. She is the author of the best-selling book “I Do Not Consent: My Fight Against Medical Cancel Culture.”

U.S. Congressman Mike Johnson is a Republican from Louisiana who, during a U.S. House Judiciary Committee hearing (04/28/2022) highlighted Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas’ dereliction of duty as head of the Department of Homeland Security. “You have presided over the greatest immigration catastrophe in American history. And it's an objective truth that you have helped design and implement this system,” said Johnson. “I called for your resignation in July of last year and explained then that it had already become crystal clear that you are either unable or unwilling to do your job,” Johnson continued. “We've concluded [now] you're doing this intentionally. It is despicable. I believe these are impeachable offenses.”

The United Southland Republican Women hosted a successful “Meet The Candidates” event at Francesca’s in Palos Park on May 11th! Candidates include: Niki Conforti, Rob Cruz, Gary Grasso, Scott Kaspar, Catherine O'Shea, and Keith Pekau.

There’s a massive meltdown on the pro-abortion side right now because they’re fearful they won’t be able to force abortion through 9 months on all 50 states. The massive tantrum thrown by the extreme pro-abortion left doesn’t reflect most of America. 22 states have almost complete abortion bans and they want them to go into effect, that want to protect children in their state - born and unborn. We are going to see an awakening when people are forced to grapple with what abortion is — the poisoning to death, lethal injection, and dismemberment of innocent kids. When people learn the truth about abortion - they change. We are thrilled, and we are just getting started. "I’ve seen people flip from pro-choice to pro-life simply ... by learning about what abortion actually does." ~Lila Rose

Kenna Rose speaks on the threat of a culture that prizes safety and comfort above all else, the roots of that mindset, and how it results in the eventual and sometimes swift loss of freedom both through government mandates and laws and through personal fear that entraps you. She answers the questions “Why did the Founding Father’s prize freedom over safety,” “Why do people today value safety so highly and what will the eventual cost be,” and, finally, “What does a safety-oriented life do.” Kenna is a young Christian conservative speaker, who spoke at Illinois Family Institute’s 2022 Worldview Conference. Find Kenna Rose on: Instagram - KennaRose_Official Twitter - @RealKennaRose

Should politics and religion be completely separate? Are Leftism and Christianity diametrically opposed? Is Leftism even compatible with Christianity? Listen to Dr. Everett Piper, former president of Oklahoma Wesleyan University, as he tackles these questions and more in his worldview presentation titled: “The Religion of Wokeism.” Whether it’s defending unborn children or protecting our borders, Dr. Piper explains how conservative political views align with Christianity. He talks about how the religion of "wokeism" requires us to, among other things, submit ourselves to others, judge people on how they look instead of how they act, and affirm detestable behavior. Dr. Piper illuminates how incompatible "progressive" and Christian agendas are. Dr. Piper also delves into the causes of this dismal state of affairs, including irresponsible parents, corrupt pastors, and the government school system. Author of books such as Not a Daycare: The Devastating Consequences of Abandoning Truth and his newest book Grow Up: Life Isn’t Safe, But It’s Good, Dr. Piper leaves us with hope for the future. He emphasizes staying grounded in truth because we know God will prevail. During a fascinating Q & A after his speech, Dr. Piper answers several important questions that many Christians have.

The Tazewell County Republican Party, in cooperation with the Peoria County Republican Party and the Woodford County Republican Party hosted an event they called the Central Illinois Republican Governor Candidate Forum on Monday, April 25th, 2022. The candidates who took part in this forum are Illinois Senator Darren Bailey, Gary Rabine, Paul Schimpf, Jesse Sullivan, and Max Solomon. Illinois Family Action was proud to co-sponsor the event.

Attention parents, grandparents and church leaders! The incidents of violence, racism and godless perversities are growing fast, and your children are at risk, not only physically, but emotionally and mentally. During their April 29, 2022 morning radio program on WIND, Dan and Amy highlight three preposterous school situations that should alarm every parent/grandparent and community leader. It is high time to get the kids out of the government school systems and into Christian education.

Self Evident Cohosts Kenna Rose and Jenna talk about the many ways Generation Z can defeat the dragons of the day (and in the land of Lincoln), and how we can turn Illinois around if we turn back to Christ and embrace Biblical truth. Check out their podcast, and follow them on Facebook: Self-Evident: https://www.facebook.com/108348065180037/posts/119028987445278/ They gave this speech on April 26, 2022 to a packed house of Bailey for Governor supporters in St. Charles, Illinois.

During her daily program on Fox News Channel, Laura Ingraham took on the vitally important topic of sex predators grooming children in our government schools. U.S. Rep. Boebert boldly launched an attack on those who want to groom our children into LGBTQIA+ thinking, saying: "Laura, this isn't pleasant, but we need to know if our tax dollars are going to remove the breasts of young girls. If our tax dollars are going to remove the genitalia of young boys! .... These are children and my message to the Biden regime is get out of our lives, get out of our homes, these are our children!" Ingraham knows the Leftist agenda promoted in our government schools and on popular media platforms are despicable lies. We are very glad to know that some momma-bear Congresswomen aren't willing to remain silent. Sexual perverts must be exposed at every opportunity, and we are thrilled that U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert is doing some important work on this in Congress.

According to an 2019 article by Illinois Eagle, "...Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin announced a grant from the City’s Neighborhood Festival Funding of which parade organizers were not aware when they originally cancelled the event. The grants are available to groups hosting public events that acquaint residents with each other while educating participants about the Aurora community. The money must be used for support services at the events, such as rental of equipment, rental security or emergency personnel, and similar needs, which is what all money raised will be going to. Other organizations have already committed sponsorship dollars for the event." The article also goes on to quote Irvin: “I know our residents, business and supporters will continue to come together to close this gap as we celebrate our diversity, inclusivity and pride here in Aurora,” said Mayor Irvin. “I applaud the efforts of Indivisible Aurora and its support of the LGBTQ+ community. When Aurora comes together, we all win.”

WTTW, the PBS television station in Chicago, is exposing some troubling activities of Aurora Mayor and GOP gubernatorial candidate Richard Irvin. While reporters Paris Schutz and Nick Blumberg are careful to say these activities are not illegal, what is clear is the pay-to-play politics -- practices that are rightly exposed as unethical and problematic. Other stories include: -- Developers That Donated to Gubernatorial Candidate Richard Irvin’s Mayoral Campaign Received Tens of Millions in Aurora Incentives (https://news.wttw.com/2022/03/31/developers-donated-gubernatorial-candidate-richard-irvin-s-mayoral-campaign-received-tens) -- Aurora Company that Donated Big to Richard Irvin’s Mayoral Campaign Received Millions in City Contracts (https://news.wttw.com/2022/03/28/aurora-company-donated-big-richard-irvin-s-mayoral-campaign-received-millions-city)

Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson (R-NC) doesn't mince words when it comes to the current transgender madness being pushed on our culture and the agenda being taught to our children in our government schools. In 2018 he delivered an incredibly strong address to the Greensboro City Council defending the 2nd Amendment. This speech went viral and to- date has been viewed over 200 million times online. Following this speech, Mr. Robinson began traveling to spread a message of common-sense conservatism: Protecting the life of the unborn, defending the 2nd Amendment, giving parent’s back control over their children’s education, standing up for law enforcement, addressing veteran’s care, and enacting election reform. Mr. Robinson is a married father of two. He is a member of the Republican Party and he is the first African-American to hold the office.

The Republican candidates for U.S. Senate gathered on March 26, 2022 at the Church of Christian Liberty in Arlington Heights for this IFA special event. The purpose of this forum (and the video) is to give Illinois voters an opportunity to hear directly from candidates without the interference, bias, and selective editing of the establishment media. We hope to foster discussions on the issues of importance to the candidates and to the voters in this election. The event was open to the public, and we had standing room only space. In addition to the panel of pastors, select questions were submitted in advance from the public via email.