WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Wicker has been recognized as a “True Blue” Member of Congress by Family Research Council Action and Focus on the Family Action for his unwavering commitment to the family.
The award honors Members of Congress who have exhibited extraordinary leadership and commitment to the defense of family, faith, and freedom, according to FRC Action’s new scorecard covering House and Senate votes during the 1st session of the 110th Congress. Recipients of the award voted consistently for pro-life and pro-family issues.
These Senate votes include:
-Defend Grassroots Organization
-Embryonic Stem Cell Research Act
-Healthcare for Unborn Children
-Funding International Coercive Abortion and Sterilization Programs
-Confirm Judge Leslie Southwick to the U.S. Court of Appeals
-Federal Thought Crimes Bill
“The Members of the 110th Congress who received this award have been consistent, stalwart allies of American families,” said FRC Action President Tony Perkins. “These Members are to be commended for supporting public policy that values human life, protects our religious liberties, and upholds the institutions of marriage and the family.”
“I applaud these Members for defending pro-family and pro-life policies that have been under attack this past year. Values voters should be encouraged by these Members who have shown a commitment to protecting and strengthening the family.”
To order a copy of the Vote Scorecard, visit FRC Action’s website at www.frcaction.org
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Posted on Thursday, January 31, 2008
by Family Research Council