California Family Minute

April 13, 2011

The Research confirms the Word – Again

by Ron Prentice,
Chief Executive Officer

Several weeks ago I met a woman who, within her first few words of introduction, stipulated that she is a “feminist who rejects patriarchal social systems.” “Okay,” I thought to myself, “thanks for the heads up.” 

Isn’t it interesting that this new acquaintance found it necessary to pronounce her ideology like a badge of identity? But I’m finding this to be more and more common. It is as though we must lay down rules for discourse, warning against treading onto untouchable beliefs. In discussion with a professor friend a few years ago, she stated, “You know I’m an academician.” I replied, “Yes, but what is your point?” “Well, then I am politically liberal,” she said. To her, being an academician forced the adoption of a stereotype! Frankly, that doesn’t strike me as intellectual.

In keeping with my “academic” friend’s line of thinking, must a professor be “progressive” in their politics and morals, and favor “post-modern” thought over absolute truth? How silly is that! Our “identity” takes precedence over objective truth?

For example, in December 2010 the U.S. Center for Health and Human Services released its survey findings on Family Structure and Children’s Health in the United States (link to pdf here). In its concluding remarks the survey states:

The study goes on to say that, [t]hese findings are consistent with previous research that concluded that children living with two parents were advantaged relative to children living in other types of families. (bolding added)

What then, do “progressives” do with an overwhelming compilation of research on the importance of two-parent, biological families on the development of children? They ignore the children – and the research – in the name of “equality” and freedom from morality.  

Dads and moms, wear your marriage and parenthood as a badge of honor, and throw off anything that hinders your commitment to your spouse and children. Men and women, be bold yet gracious in your stand for truth, because all truth stems from our Creator.