Supreme Court's Seismic Affirmative Action Ruling and More, with Jason Riley, Heather Mac Donald, Carrie Prejean, and Britt Mayer | Ep. 578
Jun 29, 2023
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Join Jason Riley, a Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, and Heather Mac Donald, a City Journal editor, as they discuss the Supreme Court's landmark ruling on affirmative action and its potential impacts on educational equity. They delve into reactions from Justice Thomas and dissenting views while addressing media backlash. Later, Carrie Prejean Boller and Britt Mayer tackle California's controversial gender identity legislation and the responsibilities of parents, alongside a lively examination of activism during Pride Month, highlighting the growing polarization surrounding social issues.
California lawmakers are proposing a bill, AB 957, that could criminalize parents who do not affirm their child's gender confusion, raising concerns about parental rights and autonomy.
AB 957 in California is causing alarm as it seeks to criminalize parents who do not affirm their child's gender confusion, sparking opposition against potential consequences like loss of custody.
A proposed bill in California, AB 957, is drawing criticism for its potential to infringe on parental autonomy and jeopardize the well-being of children, emphasizing the importance of opposing this legislation.
President Biden's criticism of the Supreme Court's ruling on race in university admissions raises concerns about the independence and legitimacy of the judiciary.
Deep dives
California Bill Criminalizing Parents Who Don't Affirm Gender Confusion
California lawmakers are pushing Assembly Bill 957, which aims to criminalize parents who don't affirm their child's gender confusion. This bill, proposed by state senator Scott Wiener, is deeply problematic and raises serious concerns about parental rights. It could potentially lead to parents being charged if they do not allow their child to pursue irreversible gender transition procedures. This bill is part of a larger push to enforce gender ideology and could set a dangerous precedent for parental autonomy in other states as well. The battle against this bill and others like it is crucial in protecting parental rights and advocating for the well-being of children.
Problematic Push to Criminalize Parenting in California
A proposed bill in California, AB 957, is being widely criticized for seeking to criminalize parents who fail to affirm their child's gender confusion. This bill, led by state senator Scott Wiener, could potentially penalize parents who do not comply with gender ideology and could violate parental rights. The vagueness and potential overreach of the bill have raised concerns about the erosion of parental autonomy and the potential consequences for children. Efforts to resist and challenge this bill are critical in safeguarding parental rights and maintaining a balanced approach to gender issues.
California Bill Could Criminalize Parents Opposing Gender Affirmation
Assembly Bill 957 in California is causing alarm as it seeks to criminalize parents who do not affirm their child's gender confusion. Spearheaded by state senator Scott Wiener, the bill raises serious concerns about parental rights and the freedom to make decisions regarding a child's healthcare and well-being. The bill's broad language and potential consequences, such as loss of custody, have sparked strong opposition. The battle against this legislation is important not only for Californians but also to preserve parental autonomy and defend the rights of families across the nation.
Controversial California Bill Threatens Parental Rights
A proposed bill in California, AB 957, is drawing criticism for its potential to criminalize parents who do not affirm their child's gender confusion. Led by state senator Scott Wiener, this bill has raised concerns about parental rights and the government's role in dictating parenting decisions. The bill could infringe on parental autonomy and jeopardize the well-being of children by imposing legal consequences if parents do not adhere to gender ideology. Opposition to this bill is crucial in protecting parental rights and ensuring that families can make decisions in the best interest of their children.
The Push to Silence Dissenting Voices
A group of over 250 celebrities and community leaders have urged big tech companies to crack down on accounts and postings that perpetuate anti-LGBTQ hate. They are calling for the censorship of any content that they deem to be hateful or offensive, even if it engages in genuine debate or challenges the prevailing narratives.
Girl Scouts Introduce Pride Patch
The Girl Scouts have introduced a Pride Patch that girls can earn by attending pride parades or participating in LGBTQ-themed activities. This move has drawn criticism for introducing young girls to inappropriate content, such as naked cyclists in Seattle. Critics argue that the organization is no longer focused on traditional values and is instead promoting a social agenda.
President Biden Attacks Supreme Court
President Biden criticized the Supreme Court's ruling on considering race in university admissions and questioned the court's legitimacy. He accused the court of not being a normal court, implying that it is not functioning as he desires. This sparked concerns that Biden is attempting to undermine the independence of the judiciary and delegitimize the court's authority.
Megyn Kelly begins the show with the breaking news out of the Supreme Court, overturning affirmative action and race-based admissions for colleges. The Manhattan Institute's Jason Riley, author of "Maverick," and Heather Mac Donald, author of "When Race Trumps Merit," join to discuss why it was the right decision, the opinions from Justice Roberts and Thomas, the dissenting opinion from Justice Sotomayor, the hysterical reaction from progressives in the media and Michelle Obama, smears and lies about the topic, and more. Then Carrie Prejean Boller and Britt Mayor, founders and hosts of "The Battle Cry," join to discuss California's bill criminalizing parents who don’t affirm child transgender identity, a trans influencer who got banned after flashing at the White House's underwhelming apology, Budweiser's CEO refusing to apologize for Dylan Mulvaney partnership, Pride lowlights about "coming for your children" and the Girl Scouts, and more.
