Dec. 2, 2019: Best and worst TV advertisers; Hip-hop Christmas album; Louie Giglio on Winter Jam 2020
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All Democratic presidential candidates back taxpayer-funded abortions
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Every Democratic presidential candidate that remains in the race is now on record saying they support taxpayer-funded abortion at the federal level.
The New York Times reached out to every Democratic candidate for president about their views on abortion, and published their responses to a set of questions about specific policies.
All of the candidates are now on record saying "Yes" when asked if they would "codify Roe v. Wade" and "repeal the Hyde amendment," the legislative provision first instituted in 1976 that forbids the use of federal funds through Medicaid or other government entities to pay for abortions. For decades the amendment had notable bipartisan support.
A majority said they would force private insurers to cover abortions as part of their plans.
Lecrae, Andy Mineo, Hollyn team up for new 116 hip-hop Christmas album
Reach Records artist Lecrae, Andy Mineo and the 116 crew are celebrating the holidays in hip-hop style with the release of an ultimate Christmas bundle of their new album The Gift featuring three new tracks performed by the label's artists.
The re-release is now available and features new songs from some of Reach Records new artists like Wande, who is the first female now on their expanding roster. The 2018 release charted at No. 13 on iTunes Christian Albums Chart but the hip-hop label is looking to expand their reach with several new features as well as Hollyn, Andy Mineo and GAWVI.
Jamie Grace: If every church in America fostered 1 child 'there’d be no more waiting children’
Christian singer Jamie Grace stars in the new PureFlix TV series “The Beverlys,” and while the inspirational show aims to impact young people, the singer hopes it will also encourage families to open their homes to foster children in need.
“The Beverlys” is a musical comedy for all ages, starring Grace, comedian Tommy Blaze, and newcomers Mia Damico, Brie Duplechain and Raya Sunshine Mullan.
Louie Giglio on Winter Jam 2020: Jesus is relevant to every age, economic status
Passion City Church Pastor Louie Giglio will be a guest speaker at Winter Jam 2020 and says, like the popular tour, his mission is to share Jesus with all the world regardless of age, economic status or standing in the church.
The Winter Jam Tour Spectacular will kick off a new decade in 2020 with award-winning singer/songwriter Crowder as the headliner.
Heading to 42 cities around the United States, Winter Jam, known for it’s “no ticket required”/$15 donation at the door, will have rapper Andy Mineo, pop group Building 429, the rock band RED, singer/songwriter Austin French and Winter Jam creators and tour hosts NewSong, among others.
'Best' and 'worst' TV advertisers for 2019: Parents Television Council
The Parents Television Council, a nonpartisan family media watchdog group, has released its list of “best" and "worst” television advertisers for 2019.
The nonprofit deems ads as problematic for children and families if they feature sexual or violent content, drug use or profanity.
In years past, PTC listed Wendy’s on its “worst” list for fast food/quick service restaurant advertisers. But this year, Wendy’s is listed along with Dairy Queen as one of the “best” fast food advertisers.
Meanwhile, Yum! Brands (Taco Bell, KFC, Pizza Hut) and Subway are on the “worst” list. Henson said Taco Bell is often advertised on problematic shows.
Another company that has “corrected course” when it comes to their ad buys is JoS A. Bank, which this year is labeled as the “best” in the “department store/clothing” category along with TJX (Home Goods, Marshalls, T.J. Maxx).
Kohl’s and Limited Brands (Victoria’s Secret) are listed as the “worst” for clothing store advertisers.
For the telecom category this year, T-Mobile is ranked as “worst” and Verizon is ranked as “best.”
Walmart is listed as the “best” in discount retail, while Target is labeled the "worst."
For consumer products, Proctor & Gamble (Tide, Pampers, Pantene, Olay, Gillette) is listed as “best” while Unilever (Axe, Degree, Klondike, Lipton) is listed as “worst.”
Geico is listed as the “worst” advertiser in the insurance sector, while State Farm is labeled “best."
The full list of “best” and “worst” advertisers in 2019 can be found at parentstv.org.
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