Pro-Life/Family

Blaine's Bulletin: Marching for Life

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As I sat down to write the weekly bulletin, I knew I wanted to discuss Roe v. Wade since the anniversary of that court decision occurs in the month of January. In the past whenever I have written the bulletin on this issue, I normally talk about legislation that I have sponsored or cosponsored or my unwavering commitment to the sanctity of life and the pro-life cause. None of that has changed; however, I wanted to take a different approach this year.

Blaine's Bulletin- Protecting Your Freedoms

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Freedom has a different meaning for everyone. For some it’s knowing they have the freedom to speak what’s on their mind. For others, it’s knowing they have the right to bear arms. With the Fourth of July just days behind us and with the recent ruling the Supreme Court made regarding religious freedom – freedom has certainly been on my mind lately.

Blaine's Bulletin-Recognizing Achievement

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It’s not hard to find real superstars in America today. Now, I’m not talking about pop idols or reality television personalities. I’m not even talking about so-called Hollywood superstars. The superstars I’m talking about can be found closer to home than we think.