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Father & Co. is a platform for parents, advocates, and reformers who believe every child deserves both love and fairness—at home and in court. We expose the systems that divide families and silence good parents, and we amplify the stories that prove reform is possible.
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Latest Posts
We Are Paying to Make More Babies. Who Is Protecting Their Time With Their Parents?
The article highlights a dissonance in U.S. family policy, where government efforts to support births contrast with inconsistent custody decisions affecting parent-child relationships. A Tampa Bay Times investigation reveals problematic custody practices in Florida, raising accountability and oversight concerns, while a proposed Pennsylvania bill seeks shared parenting reforms.
A Folder, a Script, and a Frightened Child: The Aurora, Missouri Case and the Cost of Alleged Coaching
A Missouri mother faces a child abuse charge after investigators alleged she threatened and struck her daughter to force accusations against the girl’s father. Court records, an appellate dismissal, and unanswered questions reveal the stakes of alleged coaching in custody cases.
Who Checks the Home? A Teen Is Dead, Another Is Charged, and Two Adults Have Been Arrested
A 15-year-old is dead, another faces manslaughter charges, and two adults have been arrested. The South Carolina shooting raises questions about firearm access, custody responsibilities and who checks whether a child’s home is safe.
Treated as Threats: What DOJ’s Own Report Shows About Federal Power and Parents
A recent DOJ report reveals the FBI conducted assessments on parents following a 2021 memo addressing threats at school board meetings. These assessments included parents’ affiliations and gun ownership. While the report shows some internal dissent, it also raises concerns about federal scrutiny of parental rights and free speech related to advocacy.
The Jerseys Test: An Ohio Ex-Wife, a Handgun, and a $500,000 Bond
An Ohio woman accused of threatening her ex-husband and firing two handgun rounds faces attempted aggravated murder charges and a $500,000 bond. The case raises questions about domestic violence, pretrial release and whether public reactions change when the accused is a woman.
HB 1499 Gets Its Hearing: Supporters Fill the Room, Opponents Raise Safety Concerns, No Vote Announced
House Bill 1499 in Pennsylvania proposes equal parenting time as the default in custody cases. Following a lengthy committee review, it received mixed responses with significant opposition citing concerns over domestic violence and custody fairness. While supporters emphasize its potential benefits, uncertain future votes and amendments complicate its path forward.
What “Parental Rights” Leaves Out
Defending Education’s RISE report ranks states on parental rights, focusing on school transparency and sex education laws. Tennessee and Alabama top the list, while Illinois ranks last. The report, however, neglects to address custody laws, leading to confusion about actual parental rights and relationships post-separation, highlighting discrepancies with the National Parents Organization’s ranking.
Pennsylvania’s Custody Bill Gets Its Day at the Capitol. Whether It Gets a Vote Is Another Question.
Pennsylvania’s House Bill 1499 proposes equal parenting time as the legal standard in custody cases, aiming for shared physical and legal custody near 50%. The bill emphasizes child safety considerations and requires clear evidence for any deviations. With broad bipartisan support, its future depends on the Democratic majority’s decision to advance it.
The Gap Has No Side
A recent analysis reveals that family courts inadequately protect domestic violence victims due to implementation issues rather than legal authority. The research indicates systemic failures affect both victims and accused parents. Proposed reforms include improved evaluator standards, judicial fact-finding, and consistent data tracking to enhance accountability and protection for all parties involved.
A Rash of Parents Killing Their Children? Twenty-One Cases From 2025–2026 and What They Show
The article reveals a grim series of 21 filicide cases from January 2025 to September 2026, detailing parental violence against children in various states. Many families had prior contact with child welfare or mental health services, raising questions about systemic failures. Despite the alarming reports, evidence does not conclusively show an increase in filicides.
The Present Tense Problem
A Pennsylvania Superior Court ruling determined that grandparents lack custody standing if no parental custody case is currently open, even after years of a consented relationship. This decision, stemming from the McGuire case, emphasizes the significance of legal proceedings’ timeliness over the actual relationship between grandparents and grandchildren.
Signed Away
A Tampa Bay Times investigation reveals that many Hillsborough County families lose custody of children without legal representation or hearings. The report highlights over 300 cases where parents were pressured into temporary custody transfers. A proposed bipartisan bill aims to improve transparency in child separations, addressing systemic legal issues.
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