SRT events feature high-energy music, club-style lighting and sound, music videos, sketch comedy, and a faith-based abstinence message.

But, just because Christians support the abstinence message doesn't mean that message is religious.

Moreover, it appears that other states have an aversion to the abstinence message regardless of whether federal grants are involved.

The NJEA invited three experts on teenage sexual activity to speak at its annual convention but withdrew the invitation when it discovered they promote the abstinence message.

"I don't think the pageant officials really understood how much I am identified with the abstinence message," said Harold.

Furthermore, it is hard to see how it would conflict with a strong abstinence message to teenagers.

I believe the best public policy is to encourage fewer abortions through strong adoption laws and by sending a clear abstinence message to our children.

But the abstinence message is rarely effective.