Schmidt Wins Pro-Family Award

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - FRC Action, the political arm of the Family Research Council, today released the following statement:

Congresswoman Schmidt has been recognized as a "True Blue" Member of Congress by FRC Action and Focus on the Family Action for her unwavering commitment to the family.

The award honors Members of Congress who have exhibited extraordinary leadership and commitment to the defense of family, faith, and freedom, according to FRC Action's new scorecard covering House and Senate votes during the 1st session of the 110th Congress. Recipients of the award voted consistently for pro-life and pro-family issues.

These votes included:

* Defending Restrictions on Funding International Abortion Groups

* Human Cloning Prohibition

* Embryonic Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act

* Thought Crimes Act

* Protect Abstinence Program for HIV/AIDs Prevention

* Funding D.C. Needle Exchange Program

* Funding D.C. Gay Marriage Amendment

* Restrict Funding Planned Parenthood Amendment

* Prohibit Implementing the "Fairness Doctrine"

* Pseudo-Children's Health Bill

"The Members of the 110th Congress who received this
award have been consistent, stalwart allies of American families," said
FRC Action President Tony Perkins. "These Members are to be commended
for supporting public policy that values human life, protects our
religious liberties, and upholds the institutions of marriage and the
family."

"I applaud these Members for defending pro-family and pro-life policies that have been under attack this past year. Values voters should be encouraged by these Members who have shown a commitment to protecting and strengthening the family."

To order a copy of the Vote Scorecard, visit FRC Action's website at www.frcaction.org

"I am pleased to receive this award from FRC Action, and pleased to be an advocate for our conservative and family values in Congress. I will continue to be a leader in making Southern Ohio a great place to live, work and raise a family," said Schmidt.