By M.H. Cavanaugh Christian Action League May 12, 2022 Tuesday evening, the City of Oxford’s Commissioners approved an ordinance for a “Social District” that will cover 10 acres of downtown Oxford. The meeting room was filled with proponents and opponents of the proposal. Proponents were clearly in the majority and vigorously applauded the Board’s vote, […]
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Some Communities Deciding on ‘Alcohol Social Districts,’ Oxford Considers it on Tuesday
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League May 6, 2022 Until recently, if someone bought an alcoholic beverage at a restaurant or some other place where on-premises consumption was allowed, the patron would have to drink it inside the establishment. However, a new law allows for what’s called “Social Districts,” where people may stroll outside of […]
N.C. House Passes Resolution Calling for More U.S. Domestic Energy Production
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League March 10, 2022 Thursday, the North Carolina House unanimously approved resolution HR 981, a resolution expressing support for Ukraine as its people fight for freedom and urging Congress to increase domestic energy production. In a press release, House Speaker Tim Moore said, “We stand firmly with the Ukrainian people […]
Russian Vodka Ban or American Energy Independence: Which is More Important?
By M.H. Cavanaugh Christian Action League March 2, 2022 Alcohol policy is a signature issue for the Christian Action League and has been for three-quarters of a century. Anytime something consequential happens regarding alcohol sales or marketing, the CAL keeps Christians who share its concerns informed. However, this news story is about a certain kind […]
John Locke Program Shows Driving Force Behind Push to Deregulate Alcohol Policies
By L.A. Williams Christian Action League February 11, 2022 An hourlong telecast critical of the state’s Alcoholic Beverage Control System released Monday by the John Locke Foundation gave a small peek into some big plans that could have devastating effects on the lives of some North Carolinians. “This program clearly shows the driving forces behind […]
Three Staunch Advocates for Christian Values Not Running Again for Re-election
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League January 12, 2022 RALEIGH – Three legislators in the North Carolina House who are staunch advocates for Christian values and, therefore, good friends of the Christian Action League have said they will not be running for re-election in 2022. Those lawmakers are Rep. Pat McElraft (R-Carteret), Rep. Allen McNeill […]
Efforts to Loosen Alcohol Controls Proposed and Advancing
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League May 19, 2021 The Christian Action League has a long and rich heritage of addressing alcohol policy in the Tar Heel state. It’s a signature issue for the organization. Every year the League urges lawmakers to balance their commitment to the industry with an earnest desire to protect public […]
House Version of COVID Relief Bill Includes Takeout Cocktails
Please Call Your State Senator to Oppose it By L.A. WilliamsChristian Action LeagueMay 1, 2020 State lawmakers are on a fast-track to approve bills that would bring relief to those negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. But if they aren’t careful, they could serve up a dose of harm along with the help, says the […]
URGENT ACTION ALERT: State Lawmakers Trying to Pass Legislation that Allows for Curbside Sales and Delivery of Mixed Beverages During Pandemic
Christian Action LeagueApril 29, 2020 Tuesday, The North Carolina General Assembly reconvened to take-up important legislation that seeks to provide relief to the state’s citizens during the COVID 19 pandemic. Read our latest report: Lawmakers Hash out Funding to Deal with COVID 19. House Bill 1043: Pandemic Response Act would make various changes to the […]
Why the Christian Action League Has Not Called on the Governor to Close the ABC Stores
By Dr. Mark CreechChristian Action LeagueApril 9, 2020 It may sound a bit hyperbolic to say that alcohol policy is some of the most complicated legislation lawmakers consider, but the statement is not an exaggeration. Every year legislators in North Carolina address it, and even when they seek to make it better in one way, […]