Children Archives - Page 7 of 10
October 24th, 2018
Houston Public Library's "Drag Queen Story Hour" has proven to be a step too far in the progressive direction for some conservative religious groups. They argue the program is “perverting” children’s minds and “recklessly promoting LGBT doctrine.”
Children’s Hospital Eliminates Gender Markers from Patient Wristbands
September 25th, 2018
Children’s Hospital of Colorado has found itself at the center of controversy after a recent announcement that it will no longer be printing gender markers on the wristbands it gives to patients. LGBTQ groups support the decision, but critics say it could prove dangerous.
Are Bert and Ernie Gay? Writer’s Comments Spark Debate About Queer Representation in Media
September 20th, 2018
Two of Sesame Street’s most recognizable characters became the focus of intense debate across social media recently after a writer for the popular children’s show disclosed that Bert and Ernie are a gay couple.
Pope Calls Global Meeting of Bishops to Combat Clergy Abuse
September 14th, 2018
The Vatican sex scandal has officially gone global, forcing Pope Francis to summon the world's top bishops to Rome to figure out how to end the abuse. Will they come up with a tangible plan to protect children, or just another flimsy set of promises that fail to address the root problem?
Youth Football Players Going to Hell, Preacher Claims in Wild Rant
August 31st, 2018
Baptist Preacher Ernie Spence was walking by an athletic field on a recent Sunday afternoon and was shocked to discover a youth football game underway.
Indonesian School Apologizes for Dressing Kids up like ISIS Soldiers
August 25th, 2018
A kindergarten in Indonesia is taking flak around the world after images went viral showing young children dressed up as ISIS fighters in a parade. A local military official defended the event, insisting it was meant only to educate students about the “struggle of Islam."
"Christianity as White Supremacy" - Catholic School Hair Policy Angers Activists
August 24th, 2018
A viral video captures the moment an 11-year-old Catholic student is sent home because her hairstyle violated school dress code. The incident angered activists, who insist the policy is racially motivated.
Muslim Kids Kicked Out of City Pool, Mayor Forced to Apologize
July 18th, 2018
Female students from an Islamic summer camp in Delaware were kicked out of a public pool due to their conservative dress. After the incident made headlines, the city's mayor was forced to apologize, admitting officials "used poor judgment" in pressuring them to leave.
Faith Healing Parents Headed to Prison After Child Dies Without Medical Care
July 11th, 2018
When their baby was born prematurely, a devoutly religious Oregon couple chose faith healing instead of seeking medical care. The baby died within hours. As a result of their subsequent criminal trial, the disturbing history of their fundamentalist religious sect is coming to light.
Boy Scouts No More: Group Changes Name, Will Allow Girls to Join
May 8th, 2018
The Boy Scouts officially announced they'll be dropping "boy" from their name and will allow girls to join. Proponents of gender equality applauded the decision, but critics insist it's just political correctness.
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