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This week on the Frontline Podcast, Nathan interviews Andrew Pudewa on homeschool freedom, along with some family tips and IEW history.

In this first installment of their two-part interview, Nathan is joined by homeschool author and speaker Israel Wayne to discuss the recent barrage of attacks on homeschooling by major media outlets. There are numerous resources that can help dispel these claims made against homeschooling. These resources are linked below, along with FPM's website: FPM Website: https://fpmca.org Michigan Homeschool Organization: https://www.michn.org WaPo Article About Homeschool Regulations: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2023/12/06/michigan-homeschool-regulations-child-abuse/ WaPo Article About evil treatment of homeschooled child by their stepmother: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/interactive/2023/homeschooling-child-abuse-torture-roman-lopez/?fbclid=IwAR27SdKiDBGV-xpEtOvHXaPlKwM4uJNPRk67tVRAFazozUD3B4wOc8zDgkw&itid=lk_interstitial_manual_5 WaPo Article about Dr. Brian Ray: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2023/12/11/brian-ray-homeschool-student-outcomes/

In this legislative update, Nathan explains some of the recent developments in California's vaccine mandates, including their newly imposed mandatory vaccination for public and private school teachers alike. He also discusses some of the issues surrounding parents being told they are not allowed to withdraw their children from public schools, as well as how FPM and the CDE are responding. For information on mask requirements in schools, visit https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/K-12-Guidance-2021-22-School-Year.aspx For information on the mandatory teacher vaccinations, visit https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Order-of-the-State-Public-Health-Officer-Vaccine-Verification-for-Workers-in-Schools.aspx For the CDE's instructions on withdrawing students from public school, visit https://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/ps/psaleaguidance2021.asp and https://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/ps/leaguidance.asp For more information about FPM and our mission, visit https://fpmca.org/

In this video, Nathan explains what the requirements are for Governor Newsom's recent announcement of mandatory COVID-19 vaccines for all K-12 students in the state. for more information, visit https://fpmca.org

Homeschool Freedom Day will equip you and your family to effectively advocate for homeschool freedoms by building relationships with you legislators and their staff. The training you will receive at Homeschool Freedom Day will give you the knowledge you need to understand the importance of homeschool freedoms and how to fight for them. To find out more and to register, visit www.fpmca.org/hsfreedomday

Join Nathan Pierce, Rebecca Kocsis and John McGowan to discuss some of the most important recent Supreme Court rulings. Also, listen in to learn how you can take part in BJU Testing to help represent the homeschooling community!

The California Legislature has adjourned without bringing SB 866 up for a vote. The earliest that it could come up again is on August 1st, after the July break. Thank you for your calls and visits, and for all of your prayers during this fight so far!

This week on the Frontline, Nathan gives a summary of AB 1057, one of the bills we are fighting during this legislative session. AB 1057 creates a voluntary system of home visits for new parents, with the state intending to invest in continuously expanding the program over the next several years. Nathan discusses the issues with this policy, even in a voluntary form, and how we oppose it. Nathan also discusses some examples of Christian involvement in local politics, and the difference that it is making in California. Learn more about FPM and our work in the State Capitol by visiting https://fpmca.org

In this episode of the Frontline, Nathan gives an update from the Capitol grounds on the last few actions the Legislature made on critical legislation before the end of their session yesterday. Following that on-the-ground update, Nathan gives a review of the most impactful legislation that FPM faced during this session, dividing these bills into two major camps: homeschool legislation and parental rights legislation. To find out more about the bills Nathan discussed, visit www.fpmca.org/billtracker We here at FPM want to give a big thank you to all of our supporters during this session, and we pray that this time in between sessions will be a time of recovery and preparation.

This week on the Frontline, Nathan interviews Michael Ramey of the Parental Rights Foundation. They discuss some of the overarching issues with AB 957 and its detrimental effect on parental rights. They also discuss a major court case regarding parental knowledge of gender issues with their children in public schools. For more information on the topics discussed here, visit https://fpmca.org and read more about what we do here in the state of California.

Christian Education Vs. Non-Christian Education — does it matter? Nathan talks about the differences and how FPM protects all private homeschooling and all Christian education - particularly when it comes to teaching God’s truth about the family, gender, and marriage. In other words, FPM protects the right to teach about the family as designed by God. Nathan also talks about the Capitol Annex Project, Capitol Day, and what to expect when the legislative session resumes on January 3rd. For more information on these upcoming events, visit the links below: https://fpmca.org/2023/05/23/cap2024/ https://fpmca.org/2023/10/05/whistle-stop-tour-coming-your-way/

This week on the Frontline, Nathan shares some Scripture verses that serve as an encouragement to persevere in standing firm for Biblical values and for our Christian faith. Psalm 73 tells us that those far from God will perish. But what about those near to Him? Has He forgotten us? Remembering what God has done reminds us of His faithfulness to continue protecting us in the future. Nathan also recalls an amazing story of God's provision in protecting our freedoms. Nathan also shares news about some opportunities for us to engage in the work God is using today to protect us. For more information on the events Nathan discussed, follow the links below: FPM's Bill Tracker: https://fpmca.org/billtracker/ Whistle-Stop Tour: https://www.cheaofca.org/whistle-stop-andrew-pudewa/ Capitol Day 2024: https://fpmca.org/2023/05/23/cap2024/

This week marks the first birthday of the Frontline Podcast ! In today's episode, Nathan discusses Acts 16, and encourages us to remember that we still have many more freedoms than in nearly all of history, and that even in the worst of circumstances, God is still our refuge.

This week on the Frontline, Nathan is joined by his wife Betsy! They discuss the many ways that busy homeschool moms can still make a difference, even if they are unable to directly take part in advocacy. Being a sender can mean many things, whether it's writing letters, providing support for others to take part in advocacy, or even creating independent groups for advocating together! Betsy shares helpful tips and encouragement on all of these topics and more, and we hope this episode can serve as an encouragement to you and your homeschool groups. For more information and to read Betsy's full article, visit https://fpmca.org/sender/

This week on the Frontline, Nathan is once again joined by Dr. Brian Ray, President of the National Home Education Research Institute (NHERI). In this interview, they discuss some of the most recent accusations made against homeschooling families and the homeschooling community at large by outlets such as the Washington Post. Dr. Brian Ray shares some of the results from his most recent and now largest study on homeschooling and child safety. For more information on FPM, visit https://fpmca.org For more information on NHERI and their work, visit https://www.nheri.org

Join us in celebrating what your teamwork with FPM has accomplished in the last year! We have passed some exciting milestones, and would like to share them with you. For more information on our review of 2021, visit https://fpmca.org/top10-2021/ For details on our responses to Professor Bartholet's arguments against homeschooling, visit https://fpmca.org/hsresp/

You can make a difference. Watch the real story about how inviting a legislator to a homeschool event contributed to a victory for homeschool freedoms! Join us at Homeschool Freedom Day and learn about how you also can advocate for our homeschool freedoms. To find out more and to register, visit the link in our bio! or To find out more and to register, visit www.fpmca.org/hsfreedomday

The California Assembly held another Floor Session today. SB 866 did not come up for a vote. The next possible vote could be on Thursday, August 11th. Check out our summary of concern for this bill at www.fpmca.org/sb866

Today is the last day of the legislative session! That means that it is the last opportunity for SB 866 to be voted on before "dying" by default. Please pray for Nathan and for your Assembly Members as they could be considering this legislation. For more information visit https://fpmca.org/sb866/.

Family Protection Ministries is launching a podcast! Join Nathan every week to hear the latest updates on California politics and how these events relate to the family, homeschool freedom, and religious liberty. California is the frontline of the nation in terms of attacks on these freedoms. For more information about Family Protection Ministries, visit our website at www.fpmca.org, and check out the video podcast on our YouTube channel. Subscribe to our audio podcast on Audible, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts.

Join us here at FPM on our 35th anniversary to look over some of the notable accomplishments that we have achieved together since our founding in 1986! For more information about FPM and what we do, visit https://fpmca.org

Here is the latest update on SB 866. For more information visit www.fpmca.org/sb866

This week, we look into the results of the 2022 midterm elections, and what it means for homeschool families and freedoms in California. Join Nathan every week to hear the latest updates on California politics and how these events relate to the family, homeschool freedom, and religious liberty. California is the frontline of the nation in terms of attacks on these freedoms. For more information about Family Protection Ministries, visit our website at www.fpmca.org, and check out the video podcast on our YouTube channel. Subscribe to our audio podcast on Audible, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts.