| Washington, D.C.— Congressman Steve King has been recognized as a "True Blue" Member of Congress by the Family Research Council (FRC) Action for his unwavering commitment to the institution of family.
The True Blue award honors Members of Congress who have exhibited extraordinary leadership and commitment in the defense of life, family, faith, and freedom.
These votes included:
- Defending Restrictions on Funding International Abortion Groups
- Prohibiting Human Cloning
- Promoting Stem Cell Research That Respects Life
- Standing Firm Against the Thought Crimes Act
- Protecting Abstinence Program Funding
- Stopping the Federal Funding of Planned Parenthood
- Preserving Children’s Health Insurance for the children it was intended
"The Members of the 110th Congress who received this award have been consistent, stalwart allies of American families," said FRC Action President Tony Perkins. "I applaud congressman King for defending pro-family and pro-life policies that have been under attack this past year. Values voters should be encouraged by Congressman King and his colleagues who have shown a commitment to protecting and strengthening the family."
King said, "As Iowans, we know family values are the very foundation of our culture. I work in Washington to fight for our families and will continue to do whatever I can to stop those who want to shatter the moral foundations of our society."
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