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The Frontline

Family Protection Ministries

Join Nathan every week to hear the latest updates on California politics and how these events relate to the family, homeschool freedom, and religious liberty. California is the frontline of the nation in terms of attacks on these freedoms.

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14:11

Episode 75: Lawsuit over AB 1955 and Parental Rights

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2024/10/03

Nathan discusses various topics including upcoming legislation, a special session focused on fuel costs, and the importance of family involvement in advocacy. He highlights the upcoming Capital Day in January and addresses concerns about new homeschool regulations. Additionally, he mentions a recent email from the California Department of Education regarding special education funding and warns against government entanglement. Lastly, he reports on a lawsuit from Huntington Beach against California's

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13:11

Episode 74: A New Classroom Trend: Who Knew? ...

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2024/09/12

A Wall Street Journal article discusses how GenZ teachers are transforming classroom decor to create a more home-like, inviting environment, contrasting with the traditional sterile classrooms. This shift aims to enhance students' learning experiences, as studies suggest that children learn better in cozy, familiar settings. The article highlights a teacher in Idaho who has decorated her classroom with warm colors and comfortable furnishings, reflecting the idea that a homey atmosphere can

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18:32

Episode 73: Homeschool Advocacy and The News

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2024/09/05

Nathan discusses the importance of voting in the upcoming general election on November 5th, particularly for legislators up for re-election. He highlights Capital Day in Sacramento on January 29th and 30th, 2025, aimed at educating and engaging homeschool families with legislators. Nathan also addresses recent news regarding school policies on pronouns in Texas and a court ruling in South Carolina related to school misconduct, emphasizing the need for community engagement in educational issues and

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33:10

Episode 72: An Interview with Zan Tyler

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2024/08/12

The discussion features Zan Tyler, a prominent figure in the homeschooling community, who shares her journey into homeschooling, which began in 1984 when she faced challenges with her son’s education. Initially skeptical, she became an advocate for homeschooling after navigating legal hurdles and realizing the importance of parental involvement in education. Zan emphasizes the need for vigilance in preserving homeschooling freedoms, especially as federal and state regulations increase. She

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28:20

Episode 71: An Interview with Will Estrada

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2024/08/09

Will Estrada discusses his journey as a homeschool graduate and advocate for homeschooling rights. Growing up in a large family in rural Pennsylvania, he experienced homeschooling firsthand, which shaped his perspective. After attending law school, he worked as a legal assistant at the Homeschool Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) and later became an attorney focused on federal lobbying for homeschoolers. He highlights significant achievements, such as ensuring homeschool diplomas are accepted for

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16:07

Episode 70: Praying for our Leaders and Getting Involved

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2024/07/28

In today's episode, Nathan goes over recent events and urges us to pray for our leaders. He also discusses many different ways to get involved in our government today.Praying for leaders article: https://fpmca.org/prayforpoliticalleaders/District office visits signup: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1eZwvBkT5yqeWwApW9-_hxXDgN7LJ31jC2vByBFXqeRg/viewform?edit_requested=trueHomeschool Freedom Day: https://fpmca.org/hfd2024/Critical Bill Tracker: https://fpmca.org/billtracker/Donate Page:

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Episode 69: AB 1955 Signed: What’s Next?

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2024/07/19

Nathan reads from Romans 1 & 2 and discusses the wrath of God against ungodliness and unrighteousness, the consequences of suppressing the truth, and the judgment on those who engage in unrighteous acts.Nathan gives an update on AB 1955. It has been signed into law by Governor Newsom and will be implemented beginning in January 2025.Actions can be taken, such as introducing another bill to undo AB 1955, initiating a ballot initiative to stop its implementation, and challenging the bill in court

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32:41

Episode 68: Are Parents Being Cut Out?

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2024/06/29

Nathan gives an update on AB 1955 and provides new action items. Also discussed are recent Oklahoma Supreme Court decision on religious charter schools and CHEA Support Network renewal.Mayhem on Assembly Floor Full Videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpeWbW1IeiQAB 1955 Action Alerthttps://fpmca.org/2024/06/27/action-alert-call-the-governors-office/FPM AB 1955https://fpmca.org/ab1955/CHEA Support Networkhttps://www.cheaofca.org/support-group-network/FPM Websitehttps://fpmca.org/

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23:54

Episode 67: AB 1955 Update, Background, and Action

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2024/06/28

In this episode Nathan gives an update on AB 1955 and some background on the issue as well as updated action items for AB 1955.FPM Website: https://fpmca.org/Find your Legislator: https://fpmca.org/myrep/Frontline Episode 39: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QrR1QqlZg4More info on AB 1955: https://fpmca.org/ab1955/

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20:43

Legislative Update - New Action Items on AB 1955

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2024/06/14

In this episode, Nathan discusses upcoming events related to homeschooling advocacy. He shares details about events in Southern California, including Freedom Homeschool Expo in Oceanside on June 21st, meetups in Temecula and Irvine on June 22nd, and an informational event at Hope Chapel in Hermosa Beach on June 23rd. Additionally, he mentions the upcoming Homeschool Freedom Day in San Diego on August 24th, focusing on advocacy for homeschooling rights in California.Nathan provides a legislative

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13:25

Episode 65: AB 1955 California Bill to Protect...

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2024/05/30

In this episode, Nathan talks about AB 1955, a new bill that protects teachers and school administrators who choose not to inform parents when a student identifies as transgender. Since this bill applies to all types of public schools, it has implications for the broader culture and how we look at gender and the family. This bill goes to the heart of our homeschool freedoms which find their foundations on the two pillars of religious freedom and parental rights.Mark your calendar for August 24th

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27:24

Episode 64: Mission of CDE Vs Homeschool Parents

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2024/05/22

In this episode of The Frontline, Nathan discusses Ecclesiastes 12:13, President Trump's policies and their potential impact on the judiciary. He also details Governor Newsom's stance on democracy, climate change and moral authority. Finally, he explains the mission and focus of the California Department of Education and how it differs from that of individual homeschool families.LA Times Article on Governor Newsom:

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Episode 63: New Bill Redistributes Money from Big...

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2024/05/03

In this week's episode of The Frontline, Nathan talks about how a new bill by Senator Glazer places a new tax on tech companies to start a new government funded program for journalists. This bill will affect how journalism operates in California. The influence of journalism on the public perception of homeschooling is powerful, and we must remain aware of how homeschooling and parental rights are being represented to the general public. Nathan also talks about the upcoming CHEA Convention on May

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17:12

Episode 62: Parental Rights, Education Freedom, and...

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2024/04/26

In this episode of The Frontline, Nathan talks about the concept of school choice and education savings accounts. He explains that school choice refers to government-funded programs that provide alternative education options outside of traditional public schools. The term 'education savings accounts' (ESAs) can have different meanings depending on the context, such as individuals putting their own money into a government-controlled account or the government providing funds for education. Nathan

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16:52

Episode 61: Legislative Update with Bills to Watch...

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2024/04/19

In this episode of The Frontline, Nathan provides a legislative update and discusses several bills. This week, we are focusing on two kindergarten bills (AB 2226 and SB 1056) that mandate kindergarten prior to entry into first grade in public schools. However, these bills do not apply to private homeschooling or private school enrollment thanks to FPM's amendment language. Nathan also mentions AB 2998, which allows students on public school campuses to carry drugs to reverse opioid overdose. He also

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19:15

Episode 60: Does This Fit Reality?

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2024/04/12

In this episode of The Frontline, Nathan discusses an opinion piece written in USA Today regarding homeschooling and the need to regulate it in order to prevent abuse. Nathan discusses some of the findings of researchers such as Dr. Ray and Dr. Shaquille regarding the likelihood of abuse in a homeschooling setting. Their findings directly contradict the dubious claims made in this opinion piece, and show the folly in focusing on homeschooling as "hotbed" of maltreatment of students instead of

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Episode 59: New Vaccine Law Q&A and Event News

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2024/04/05

In this episode of The Frontline, Nathan discusses the facts of AB 659 and what it means for private school administrators and homeschooling parents. There is a great deal of confusion about what this bill does. Is it a vaccine mandate? Who does this bill apply to? How do I make sure I comply? Nathan answers all these questions and more in this Q&A episode of The Frontline. You can also find a summary of this bill's effects on our website at the link below. AB 659 FAQ:

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13:47

Episode 58: Happy Easter and CHSPE/HiSET Update with...

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2024/03/29

The HiSET, formerly known as the CHSPE, is a proficiency exam that homeschool graduates in California can take. While it is not mandatory, it can be helpful for homeschool graduates who face discrimination when applying to colleges or state jobs. Recently, an HSLDA member family encountered a problem when trying to register for the HiSET. They received an automated message stating that they needed accredited transcripts from a public school, which was not required by law. HSLDA sent a legal letter

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Episode 57: Legislative Update and Words of...

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2024/03/22

In this episode of the Frontline, Nathan offers some encouragement in times of persecution found in Psalm 18. He also gives an overview of some of the bills that FPM is dealing with currently, including bills dealing with mandatory kindergarten, minor consent to medical care, and school drinking water. These new bills address similar issues to bills we have dealt with in the prior year of this session, and we will notify you of any imminent threats to homeschooling or parental rights if they arise

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Episode 56: An Inside Look at FPM's 2024 Capitol Day

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2024/03/08

In this episode of the Frontline, get an inside look at some clips of our 2024 Capitol Day speakers. You can hear pieces of the speakers' larger discussions during FPM's training day before visiting the State Capitol the following morning.

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