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When the State Overrides Parents: One Father’s Story | The SoCon Report Podcast

A father’s story of losing custody of his daughter reveals how parental rights, gender ideology and the child welfare system are colliding in America today.In this special episode of The SoCon Report, Grace Youngson sits down with Charles Smith to share his firsthand account of how the state of Connecticut removed his 14-year-old daughter from his home and placed her with a same-sex couple after disagreements over gender identity.Charles walks through the full timeline, from his daughter’s early struggles to the involvement of school officials, medical professionals and the Department of Children and Families. What unfolds raises serious questions about parental rights, the role of government and how children are being treated in these situations.In this conversation, you’ll hear:- How schools and counselors influenced his daughter’s beliefs- What led to state intervention and loss of custody- Why he believes ideology and financial incentives are driving decisions- The role of medical treatments, including hormone blockers- How his family navigated years without contact- What ultimately happened when his daughter turned 18This episode highlights the growing tension between parents, government agencies and cultural shifts around gender identity, and why these stories matter for families across the country.If this story impacts you, learn how you can take action and get involved in your state:https://familypolicyalliance.com/help-not-harmSubscribe for more conversations on faith, family and public policy.#familypolicyalliance #Helpnotharm #Letparentsparent #parentalrights #genderideology #familypolicy #childwelfare #culture #publicpolicy

“They Took My Daughter”: A Mother’s Fight Against Schools, CPS, & the System | SoCon Report Podcast

A 14-year-old girl entered high school—and within weeks, her life spiraled into a nightmare her mother didn’t even know was happening.In this powerful and deeply emotional episode, Our President and CEO, Craig DeRoche is joined by two special guests to unpack the story of Sage Blair—a teenager whose struggles at school escalated into a multi-state legal battle involving school officials, Child Protective Services, and the courts. Her mother, Michelle Blair, shares how critical information was withheld from her, and how that silence set off a chain of events that would change their lives forever.Also joined by attorney Bernadette Broyles of the Child & Parental Rights Campaign, this conversation explores the growing national debate around parental rights, school policies, and the role of government agencies in family decisions. From hidden school interventions to courtroom battles and recovery, this episode raises urgent questions about transparency, authority, and the protection of vulnerable children.This is not just one family’s story—it’s part of a much larger conversation happening across the country.Learn more about our Help Not Harm campaign here: https://familypolicyalliance.com/help-not-harm/Learn more about Child Parent Rights campaign here:https://www.childparentrights.orgSubscribe to our channel so you are kept up to date.#LetParentsParent #HelpNotHarm #parentalrights #protectkids #education

Why Families Are Leaving Blue States: What the Data Reveals About America’s Future | SoCon Report

What if the strength of America’s future could be measured by one thing—whether families are staying together?In this episode, Craig DeRoche sits down with Mike Andrews of the Center for Christian Virtue to unpack the groundbreaking Family Structure Index—a national report measuring the health of families across all 50 states.From marriage rates and fertility trends to where families are moving—and why—the data reveals a striking reality: America’s family structure is declining, and it’s reshaping culture, economics, and public policy in real time.Together, they explore how family stability impacts everything from poverty and homeownership to education and long-term opportunity. They also break down the growing divide between states, the “great American family sort,” and what policymakers, churches, and communities can do to reverse the trend.Visit our website: https://familypolicyalliance.comVisit the Center for Christian Virtue: https://www.ccv.orgSubscribe to keep up with the latest.#familyvalues #familyindex #profamily

AI & Your Kids: What Every Parent Needs to Know About Artificial Intelligence

What social media did to your kids will look like child's play compared to what AI is about to unleash — and most parents have no idea it's already happening.Two-thirds of children are already talking to AI chatbots. It starts with homework. Then it gets much darker. And right now, almost nothing is stopping it.Craig DeRoche sits down with Janet Kelly — CEO of the Alliance for a Better Future and former Virginia Health & Human Services Director under Governor Glenn Youngkin — to talk about what parents of faith need to know, what Washington is (and isn't) doing about it, and what you can do in your community right now.🔗 familypolicyalliance.com🔗 betterfutureai.org#LetParentsParent #AIForParents #ParentalRights #ChildSafetyOnline #ArtificialIntelligence #FamilyPolicy #FaithAndTech #ProtectOurKids #AIRegulation #ChristianParenting #FamilyPolicyAlliance

Doctor Goes Undercover on Abortion Pills Online | What She Found + Breaking News in Congress

What happens when abortion pills can be ordered online with little to no oversight?In this episode of The SoCon Report, Dr. Christina Francis, CEO of the American Association of Pro-Life OB-GYNs (AAPLOG) shares what happened when she went undercover to test how easy it is to obtain abortion drugs online.Posing as a minor and entering serious medical risks, she expected safeguards. What she found raises urgent questions about abortion pill safety, medical oversight and women’s health.👉 Watch and be shocked at her revelations.Also in this episode:Family Policy Alliance’s John Paulton breaks down breaking developments in Washington:- Help Not Harm and Save Girls’ Sports are now being attached to the SAVE Act- These state-led policies are gaining traction at the federal level- New developments in states like Colorado and MaineAbout  @aaplog_  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCrOSlLkBV2zDofTy0cLTg6Q] 🔗 https://aaplog.org📺 https://www.youtube.com/@aaplog_#abortionpill #mifepristone #prolife #afterroe #SaveGirlsSports #HelpNotHarm #familypolicyalliance