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Truth and Consequences of Medical Marijuana: Andrea Barthwell MD, Part 2

Truth and Consequences of Medical Marijuana: Andrea Barthwell MD, Part 1

Dr. Andrea Barthwell explains step by step why marijuana is not healthy and does not qualify as medicine under FDA standards. Dr.…

Black Religious Leaders Speak Out for the Preservation of Marriage

In Chicago, church leaders from numerous denominations gathered together to show their opposition to redefining marriage.

IFI Update: The Pro-Life Movement Gains Ground

David E. Smith, Executive Director of the Illinois Family Institute, comments on the state of the abortion issue. Observing the recent victories…

Senator Tim Bivins Makes a Courageous Stand for Marriage

On February 14, 2013, Senator Tim Bivins (R-Dixon) stood before Senate and made a courageous and well-documented plea in defense of natural…

IFI Update: Thousands Turnout for “Defend Marriage” Lobby Day

On February 20, 2013, thousands of people descended on the Illinois Capitol to express their support for traditional marriage and the opposition…

Senate Committee Overrides Illinois History

The Senate Executive Committee decided to override Illinois history this afternoon by approving SB 10 which redefines marriage to include two individuals of the…

Marriage Redefinition To Begin in the Illinois Senate

The effort to to redefine marriage and family is shifting into high gear. The Chicago Sun-Times is reporting that the proponents of same-sex “marriage” plan…

What the Church Must do to Stop Same-Sex Marriage in Illinois: David E. Smith

On January 24th, the Illinois Family Institute hosted a religious leaders breakfast on the subject, "What the Church Must do to Stop…

What the Church must do to Stop Same-Sex Marriage in Illinois: Linda Jernigan

On January 24, 2013, Illinois Family Institute hosted a religious leaders' breakfast on subject, "What the Church must do to Stop Same-Sex…

IFI Update: Responding to the Push to Redefine Marriage

David E. Smith, Executive Director of the Illinois Family Institute, comments on the recent events surrounding the push for gay marriage in…

MARRIAGE UPDATE: We Need You to Speak Out

Our state lawmakers are returning to Springfield this week and are expected to debate the controversial proposal to redefine marriage, a change…