Becky Lew-Hobbs’s family moved to Wake County when she was a child after her father retired from the military. A graduate of Wake County Public Schools, Becky went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from NC State University. She now lives in Raleigh, with her husband and their three children. 

When Becky’s children entered the public school system, she became a member of the PTA and school volunteer. But she realized that things were not the same as she saw that schools no longer focused on academics, but an agenda-driven instruction. When the pandemic shut down schools, she became outspoken against school closures, mask mandates and other policies. 

Through this, Becky quickly connected with other like-minded parents and became a founding member of Moms for Liberty in Wake County in 2021. Becky now serves as the chapter’s chair and is a member of the Moms for Liberty North Carolina Legislative Committee.  Moms for Liberty and its members were instrumental in advocating for the passage of the Parent’s Bill of Rights Act, Save Women’s’ Sports Act, Prevent Sexual Exploitation of Women and Minors Act and more.

Jenn Turner is the Moms for Liberty Chapter Chair - Polk County, Iowa and the 2023 recipient of our Joyful Warrior Award! She is a mom who never expected to become a local—and national—voice in the fight over school curriculum and parental rights.

It started with a simple social media post. She shared concerns about a 4th grade lesson featuring A Kid’s Play About Racism—and the backlash was immediate and intense. From online attacks to tire slashing, Jenn shares what it’s like to be at the center of a cultural firestorm. Even those who agreed with her stayed silent, too afraid of the fallout. Over time, Jenn has grown from uncertainty—once asking, “Am I a racist?”—into a seasoned advocate hosting presidential candidates and standing beside Iowa’s governor at bill signings. Through it all, Jenn remains grounded in her “why”: for her son, Cooper.