It is a question that is often asked of the Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation–Why do pregnant women choose abortion over adoption? Attorney Kristi Burton Brown poses the question in a thought-provoking piece on LifeNews.com. And she offers tips to pro-lifers to further promote adoption. You can read the column here.
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Bill Would Cut Off Public Funding for Abortion Centers
A bill introduced in Congress would cut off public funding for abortion centers that engage in telemed abortions. Telemed abortions involve dispensing the dangerous abortion drug RU 486 with only a video conference as a means of medical consultation. The bill’s chief sponsor, Congressman Steve King, said, “Telemed abortions, without the overhead costs of a surgical abortion, allow Planned Parenthood to make even more money while preying on young women and violating FDA regulations.” You can read more here.
Mommy Had an Abortion
Kelly Clinger, whose children you see pictured here, was once a background vocalist for the singer Britney Spears. Also buried in her past were two abortions. Before becoming a spokeswoman for Silent No More, a group of women who regret their abortions, Kelly knew she had to reveal her painful secret to her children. How did she do it? Find out here.
Great Things Happening in Philly
Philly Pro-Life, our local chapter in Philadelphia, hosted us for a pro-life town hall meeting May 1st. This dedicated group of chapter leaders is already beginning to make their mark on the City of Brotherly Love. Check out their website here, and, if you live in Philadelphia, consider joining them in their amazing work.
Mitt Romney Endorsed by PAC
The Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation PAC endorsed Republican Mitt Romney for President, citing his commitment to protecting preborn children and their mothers from harm and his opposition to the federal health care law. National Right to Life’s PAC also endorsed Romney. “Like most Americans, Mitt Romney believes that Obamacare should be repealed,” said Maria Gallagher, PA Pro-Life Federation PAC Director. “Obamacare is bad medicine, and it would mean that Americans would be denied life-saving treatment by a bunch of Washington bureaucrats.” Romney also opposes taxpayer funding of abortion–a stand supported by the vast majority of Americans, according to national public opinion polls.
Pro-Life Town Hall Tour Now Underway
Our pro-life town hall tour is now underway. The event began in Shrewsbury where York County residents heard the latest news about health care reform, Planned Parenthood, ultrasound legislation and more. Other stops include Duncansville, Uniontown, Bridgeville, Butler, Meadville, Warren, Dubois, Williamsport, Wilkes-Barre, Honesdale, Reading, and Philadelphia. To read the town hall’s newsworthy developments on health care reform, click here.
Supreme Court Ratings Jump After Taking on Health Care Reform
The popularity of the U.S. Supreme Court has suddenly increased–a phenomenon which may be due to the High Court’s decision to take on health care reform. A national poll now shows that 41 percent of likely voters view the Court’s performance as good or excellent. This is a marked contrast to the Court’s ratings just a few weeks ago. Learn more here.
Pres. Obama Falsely Claims Planned Parenthood Does Mammograms
President Barack Obama falsely claimed this past week that Planned Parenthood, the nation’s largest abortion operation, performs mammograms to screen for breast cancer. This claim has been discredited by numerous sources. Planned Parenthood’s main business is abortion, not women’s health, since most of its clinic income is derived from abortions. To read more on this story, click here.
Latest Issue of Online News
The latest issue of the PA Pro-Life Online News is out! You’ll find updates about our town hall tour, our radio program, and more! Check it out here.
Pro-Abortion Politicians Hide the Truth About Ultrasounds
In a desperate political move, opponents of informed consent legislation are hiding the truth about the use of ultrasounds to safeguard a woman’s health. Pro-abortion politicians held a rally at the Capitol this week in a shameless effort to make political hay out of a serious issue–the health and safety of women considering an abortion. Find out about the crass way these politicians are insulting female lawmakers who support ultrasound legislation here.