Moments ago Washington Post published a position paper on abortion Obama. According to the story "Christian leaders TheCall DC, a large demonstration youth prayer scheduled for Saturday at the Mall, has criticized Democratic candidate Sen. Barack Obama on Friday for his liberal votes on abortion.
"We're not supporting a candidate, lead organizer Lou Engle says." We encourage politicians who say they are Christian but have voted 100 percent for late-term abortions and partial birth abortions. "
He added: "I do not want to be courted by his Christianity or his charisma, but his history of votes. "(End quote)
Did you vote for politicians based on their values? Whether you know it or not, to vote every day with their values. You vote for whom you work, you spend and donate the money and where to invest. Many people have strong values, but not to integrate their values in their financial portfolios.
Are you pro-life or pro-abortion? Its investments are pro-life or pro-abortion? You know? A typical mutual fund is exposed to many companies involved in various functions within the abortion industry. Here are eight examples:
Abortion business can be divided into eight main categories:
1) Enterprises manufacturing of substances used for voluntary termination of pregnancy.
2) The producers of emergency substances taken within 120 hours after sex to avoid unwanted pregnancies.
3) the manufacturers of emergency contraception, including barrier, chemical, hormonal contraceptives or hybrids.
Business 4) involved in the marketing and licensing of abortion-related substances or services.
5) Companies providing services of voluntary abortion.
6) Firms that provide monetary and other support to Planned Parenthood.
7) firms that research involves conducting research on fetal tissue with tissue "harvested" by induced abortions.
The supplying companies insurance for abortions when not mandated by law.
If you want your portfolio to be pro-life, it will take some effort on your part. There are many resources to know where to invest. Close your eyes do not disappear. Take a position and if your portfolio reflects your values. Any of the online tools are based on the search for your portfolio or seek the services of a financial professional who specializes in helping clients integrate their values into their financial plan. Two main forms online filtering include:
Bible Responsible Investment Institute: www.briinstitute.com
IW Financial: rel = "nofollow" href = "http://www.iwfinancial.com"> www.iwfinancial.com
To find a faith-based financial advisor in your area, you can also go to two Christian organizations: Kingdom Advisors or the National Association of Christian Financial Consultants.
Jay Peroni, CFP
Author of The Faith-Based Millionaire
http://www.jayperoni.com
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