Statistical data regarding the positive and negative influence of an active father in the lives of his children or the lack thereof is staggering.  From how well they do in school, their rate of success in life and their job, to relationships, they all are affected by fathers.  Furthermore, (see appendix) research can prove that many of our youngsters in jail come from fatherless homes.  Many suicidal cases are from fatherless homes.  Many teenage or unwed pregnancies come from fatherless homes.  Even many poverty cases are the direct effects of...