It seems appropriate today to consider the nature of a “fool.” After all, it is “April Fools Day.” We view the day as an annual game of mostly harmless, practical jokes played on others. Any potential embarrassment is supposed to be softened when the prankster states, “April Fools!!”
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The Illinois Senate will be back in Springfield on Tuesday, April 1st. But the Illinois House will not be back until April 7th. All this week state representatives will be in their district offices so it is a good time to gather a few like-minded friends and schedule a visit with them. They need to hear from us!
This 2025 School Board Candidate Guide is designed to help voters make informed decisions about those individuals running for their local school board. Serving on a school board is a profound opportunity to shape the future of education, advocate for parents and their students. School board members can influence critical decisions on curriculum, budgeting, and policies that directly impact the quality of education in your district.
Illinois has the dubious distinction of being home to some of the most radical legislation in the entire country, and this year’s legislative session is no exception.
Dr. George Barna's recent study reveals that only 37% of Christian pastors in the U.S. possess a biblical worldview. This finding comes from the American Worldview Inventory, which surveyed about 1,000 pastors across various roles and denominations. This statistic suggests a significant shift in the theological foundations of church leadership...
The radio program 1A recently produced a segment about reproductive care in states that have banned abortion.
In the past when the Christian worldview reigned supreme in the West, one could hold to a spiritual and metaphysical view of things, while also appreciating the material world and things like science and technology. But as Christianity has waned, the religious vacuum has been filled – by science and technology.
HB 2827, the attack on homeschooling in Illinois, passed out of committee and will proceed to the full House for a vote. Even with a record high of over 51,000 witness slips filed in opposition and thousands filling the State Capitol last Wednesday, the bill passed on a partisan vote with one Democrat voting "present."
Bernie Sanders said recently that President Trump’s rule is in effect an “oligarchy” of billionaires. The 83-year old senator from Vermont said, “These are the scariest times in my life.”
House Bill 2827 is facing significant opposition from various groups, particularly homeschool advocates, parents, and organizations concerned with educational freedom and parental rights. IFI's Dave Smith and State Rep. Chris Miller join Sandra Miller on Fox News Channel to highlight some of our concerns.
Voting in local elections is crucial because it directly impacts the decisions that affect your everyday life. Local officials, like mayors, city council members, and school board members, shape policies on issues such as public safety, infrastructure, education, and community services. These elections often have lower turnout than national ones, meaning your vote carries even more weight in determining outcomes.
