Because there are just so many amazing women, and our email server won’t let me include you all in one shot, here is Part 2! I’ll include the original introduction here for those who may have missed the first section.
The coalition of American Mama Bears of 2022 has truly been one of the few rays of sunshine out of the pandemic storm. Where the leftists in America continue to erode the identity and roles of women, our individual advocacy has merged us into a force for the protection of the rights and freedoms promised in our Constitution, given to us by our Creator.
Some of us are moms, some of us are not yet moms, or were never able to have our own children. We are white, black, brown, straight, gay, married, divorced, young, old, and everything in between.
Our differences don’t divide us. We are united by our mission to preserve the innocence of childhood and our unshakable commitment to be vigilant defenders of freedom from government overreach.
Among the thousands of women I see speaking out, creating advocacy organizations, running for office, hosting seminars, and raising future freedom-loving children, here are just a sample of the courageous and beautiful American Mama Bears of 2022.
Nik & I wish you all the best Mother’s Day weekend and keep up the inspiring work!
Courtney Bracken, Sewell, NJ-Admin of South Jersey Military Mamas SJMM
“My why…
Before the Covid lockdowns I am embarrassed to say I had never attended a BOE meeting. After learning more information about the virus, I knew something was not right and started to be vocal about the restrictions on our children. It has since transformed into an absolute passion and purpose for me. While my oldest boys are done with the public school system, I still advocate for my youngest Aiden, my grandson Leo and of course for all of the children in NJ.”
Susan Conville, Cinnaminson, NJ-Mama Bear Advocate
“My WHY is love and if I don't stand up for My children, who will?
God chose me to be their mom and to protect his children!! As God is my protector, because I am a child of the most high God.”
Dr. Pnina Mintz, Cherry Hill, NJ-Admin of 4EducationTransparency & 4 Education Transparency-Cherry Hill, NJ
“Bio:
Dr. Pnina Mintz is an executive healthcare leader, co-founder of a large multi-specialty Neurology medical group, a clinical research organization and a nonprofit organization serving children with Neurological disorders and their families at the highest level of excellence and companionate care. Dr. Mintz is an incoming member of the Republican Camden County Committee, and is a pro-parent and pro-child community organizer using 4 Education Transparency, Cherry Hill Parents for Academic Excellence and No Left Turn in Education media platforms.
Why:
Dr. Pnina Mintz is determined to prevent NJ families from breaking apart by falling prey to Critical Race Theory's Cultural War indoctrination of their children in K-12 NJ schools.”
Melanie Dragone, MSW Board Member of NJPHIPAC & Innovative Parenting NJ
“My advocacy work over the past decade is driven by my trio, they are my why! They are always watching me work diligently to protect them and their health freedoms. I want them to always be able to say, my Mom was on the front lines protecting & preserving all of my rights.”
Nicole Alisha Nance, BBA, Cherry Hill, NJ-Minister, Political Candidate & Campaign Manager, Child Advocate, Community Leader
“Nicole Alisha Nance, BBA is a licensed minister at Gate- Keepers Ministries International and certified teacher with JDT Bible College Training Center; founders Dr. James & Pastor Deana Treadwell. Professionally, Nicole has served as the Founders' Executive Administrator since 1990 and helps to runs the day to day operations of GateKeepers Ministries International. Nicole sits on the GateKeepers Supreme Board of Stewards and helps to oversee the financial department.
Nicole is very community oriented. In 2002, she completed a 10 month course sponsored by the Camden Empowerment Zone on how to empower your commu- nity. From 2006 to 2015, she volunteered with the Camden City Mayors Youth Council and served as the Co-Chair for the last two years of its existence. In ad- dition, she served as the Mayors Youth Council Honorees Committee Co-Chair. Nicole was also a part of a 13 member team from 2007-2010, Operation Cease Fire, a government funded program to help address gang violence in Camden, NJ. Since 2006, she has been an active member of the Camden City District Council Collaborative Boards, Camden city based grassroots community organization.
Nicole is a three time Republican candidate for Camden County, NJ Freeholder. In 2021, Nicole was one of four Cherry Hill, NJ City Council Republican candidates.”
Jill Picklo, Deptford, NJ-Mama Bear, Veteran, Member of the Child Advocate Coalition
“My name is Jill, and I am a New Jersey resident. My husband Christopher is an Army Veteran and I am an Air Force veteran. We have one beautiful daughter, Adriana.
Adriana is my entire world and I want nothing more than to protect her and fight for her freedom. I am disgusted by what NJ wants to teach her in school and the abuse the schools want to burden our children with. From masks, vaccine mandates, covid testing and now pushing their sexual agenda on us.
I used to be willing to die for our country. But I've learned that this country doesn't care about us. They're out to get my child and strip away our rights.
I support the Child Advocate Coalition and I am doing all I can to protect my little girl.
She is not the government’s science experiment or slave.”
Heather Loffredo, Garwood, NJ-Mama Bear & Councilwoman
“A few years ago I took a step back from my corporate job to concentrate on being the best I could be for my young family. We filled their days with music, laughter, making memories, fun trips and fantastic holidays. But that world was stripped from them in 2020 - ripped out of schools, missed graduations, social distancing, lack of emotion hidden behind masks. I woke up to this insanity early into the pandemic.
I want a normal life for my children- what we had when we grew up. Over the last few years, I’ve joined many local groups, attended protests, created a parent advocacy group for our Borough and ran and won for Boro Council.
We homeschooled last year, however this next year I plan to be on the front lines if that means showing up to every BOE meeting and working tirelessly till we stop this endless indoctrination against our children. Let the kids be kids.
What’s more important then preserving the innocence of children?”
Angelique Volpe, Colts Neck, NJ-Mama Bear & Admin of Colts Neck Fresh Faced Schools
“My name is Angelique. I have a husband and a beautiful 10 year old daughter. I’ve always been strong willed and never had an issue speaking out on things that matter to me. I had a difficult time having my daughter as many do. Finally when God blessed me with her I knew I only had one chance to get it right. That’s what has brought me to this point in life. The point where I have become my daughter’s advocate.
Seeing what’s been happening to our country and our schools infuriates my husband and I.
We refuse to quietly sit back while my kids rights (our rights) are slowing being taken away. We will Not be forced to accept things that we know are wrong and are not in my child’s best interest. As long as I breathe I will be her voice and help her to make her own voice heard when the time comes . Nobody will ever convince me that what’s happening in our society is justified and acceptable.
#iwillneverletup
Janice Countess, Medford, NJ, Empress Mama Bear & Peer Mediation Founder
“I implemented the Peer Mediation Programs by first introducing it to their administration, then staff, and students.
If we expect the children to get along we have to teach them, plus set a great example. I was told at the time I need to first start with Congress. LOL”
Happy Mother’s Day, Mama Bears!
American Mama Bears-The Mother’s Day Hot List 2022
I am so proud of both of you. You have been doing a great job. The families you posted are just beautiful. God bless and thank you. We are a force to be reckoned with. Don't forget us grandparents, we/I am at the board meetings monthly. Its a huge challenge but in the end we win and God wins.
Kristen and Nik,
Thank you for your tireless efforts. This is a beautiful post.