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Contraceptives, Casinos & Christian Citizenship

What do contraceptives and casinos have to do with Christian citizenship? Maybe more than we have realized until now. On the issue of contraceptives, an Obama administration policy will soon require private insurance plans to cover all FDA-approved contraceptives, including those causing an abortion. Since many religious organizations provide insurance to their employees this policy […]

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KBC Leaders Speak at Anti-casino Rally

Kentucky Baptist Convention Executive Director Paul Chitwood and President Adam Greenway spoke at a rally Feb. 21 calling for state senators to oppose a bill designed to bring up to seven casinos to Kentucky. The rally, organized by former KBC President Hershael York, was held Feb. 21, 2012 in the Kentucky state capitol building rotunda. […]

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Expanded Gambling Has Tragic Consequences

The Kentucky legislature convenes in regular session each year on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in January for 60 days in even-numbered years and for 30 days in odd-numbered years. This year’s long session began with a strong push from Gov. Steve Beshear to expand gambling in our state. The governor keeps making […]

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