Abortion
The World-Wide Love for children with Down Syndrome by Leticia Velasquez, Co-founder of KIDS (Keep Infants with Down Syndrome)
Inheriting Pro-Life – How a Son Learned from His Father to Defend the Weak by John Stonestreet – “Rebuilding a pro-life culture means more than opposing abortion. It also means caring for and defending the helpless at all stages.”
Seeing the Truth in an Unborn Baby’s Smile by Liz Townsend
NARAL Dings Liberal Reporter for Calling 20-Week Abortion Ban “Reasonable” by Napp Nazworth
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Saving the Children in Texas
Pro-lifers in Texas scored a major victory … with passage of a late-term abortion ban inspired by the desire to stop more Kermit Gosnells. The bill would have passed last month, if not for the now-famous filibuster of Democrat State Senator Wendy Davis and the reprehensible behavior of a pro-abortion mob. As we mentioned in earlier coverage, Davis spent a good part of her 11-hour filibuster attacking Republicans. She later upbraided “politicians trying to boost their own political careers” over the abortion issue.
Thanks to a special session, lawmakers had another chance to vote on the bill, which easily passed in both chambers. Republican Gov. Rick Perry signed it into law thus banning abortions after 20 weeks and mandating that abortion facilities adhere to the same standards as other surgical centers. Security was tightened for the session, and, after the vote, pro-life advocates were advised by law enforcement to take safety precautions.
Davis lost this fight, but her filibuster stunt may have catapulted her into the state’s next gubernatorial race. In the last two weeks of June, she raked in nearly $1 million in donations. If any politician has “boosted their own political career” from the debacle last month, it is she.
(Source: The Patriot Post, 7/19/13)
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Extremism Exposed by Bradley Mattes, Life Issues Institute (www.lifeissues.org)
Planned Parenthood works hard to project a public image of being the “most trusted provider of reproductive health care.” The intention of their marketing strategy—carefully cultivated over years by high-priced consulting firms—was to earn the public’s trust (and tax dollars) by operating under the guise of protecting women’s health. Yet, when they and their pro-abortion colleagues feel that abortion is being threatened, the gloves come off and the ugly true nature of Planned Parenthood and the culture of death are revealed.
Nowhere has this extremist behavior played out more than in Texas. In a series of events, the actions of pro-abortion activists progressively became more severe and threatening. The first incident took place after pro-abortion Senator Wendy Davis led an 11-hour filibuster, and the bill came to a vote on the Senate floor. An unruly crowd of abortion supporters attempted to hijack the legislative process by inciting chaos.
Who was among the leaders of this unrestrained mob? None other than Planned Parenthood president, Cecile Richards. In fact, she even encouraged the horde via Twitter with messages to “rush the floor” and “make some noise—louder!” When it became clear they were on the losing end, Planned Parenthood and its supporters resorted to nothing short of bullying tactics. And that was just the beginning.
Governor Rick Perry was quick to schedule a second special session to address the abortion bill. This time, Planned Parenthood was determined to be even more prepared, armed with a crowd of relentless protestors. But this wasn’t a group of passionate, grassroots pro-abortion supporters.
No, Planned Parenthood had to open its wallet (padded with taxpayer funds) to pay for protestors! The ad on Craig”s List boasted a payout of $1,300 to $2,200 per month to individuals working to “expand global reproductive rights.” This group of recruits was radical. Clothed in the color orange, they paraded around with signs far too obscene to mention. Even young children were seen holding signs that referenced profanity and parts of the female anatomy. One crowd loudly chanted, “Hail Satan!” while pro-lifers were singing Amazing Grace. Reportedly, Planned Parenthood also aligned with Occupy and the Socialist party to fuel further rage within the protests.
As the final vote in the Senate neared, emotions ran high and the conditions became even fiercer. Once again, Planned Parenthood was prepared for mob-like conditions. The rotunda became ground central for protests. Chants coming from the mass of orange shirts echoed through the walls, at times accompanied by barbaric screaming. Rumors spread that the pro-abortion activists were planning to interrupt the Senate debate by throwing items at pro-life senators, including used feminine hygiene products. The Department of Safety took the threats seriously and turned away protestors with: one jar suspected to contain urine, 18 jars suspected to contain feces, three bottles suspected to contain paint, multiple packages of glitter and confetti and confiscated significant quantities of feminine hygiene products. One report stated that an official also discovered bricks. Pro-lifers were warned that many pro-abortion protestors planned on getting arrested and being aggressive with pro-lifers. The warning was not in vain as at least 12 protestors were arrested. Some resisted arrest by kicking and punching, resulting in physical altercations with the authorities. The capitol was even put on lock-down to prevent further chaos and potential violence. Deputies moved pro-lifers to separate rooms that were locked and guarded to protect them. Not once did Planned Parenthood issue a statement to denounce the dangerous and illegal behavior.
Meanwhile, Cecile Richards was quoted on MSNBC as stating, the reason the protests were taking place is because “the bills are so extreme and unpopular.” Isn’t that ironic? The evidence overwhelmingly shows that what’s truly extreme is the behavior from the pro-aborts, supported and even financed by Planned Parenthood.
What happened in Texas is also taking place across this country. It’s a sign of complete and utter desperation—a realization that the abortion industry is losing the hearts of Americans on abortion. While in Texas, Planned Parenthood publicly sided with the fringe elements of society and people don’t like what they see.
Pro-lifers must not be silent. Planned Parenthood has shown its true colors and we must expose them for all to see. They have no concern for the will of the people. Instead, they would forcibly impose its radical pro-abortion agenda through whatever means deemed necessary. Join with me in exposing the extremism of Planned Parenthood. Share this message via social media or email. Write a letter to the editor of your local paper. Contact your representatives to ensure they will stand on the side of life and against Planned Parenthood. Together let’s shine a light on the true radicals in the life-and-death battle over abortion.
Adoption and Orphan Care
Together for Adoption Conference in October – This looks very interesting.
“Stuck” the movie – This movie is very much worth watching, buying, downloading, and sharing with others. (Link updated 2/3/21)
Bioethics and Creation
Journalist Admits She’s a Creationist and Drives Evolutionists Insane by Gary DeMar
End-of-Life
Euthanasia Holocaust Not About “Nazis” by Wesley J. Smith
Sharing the Message of Lutherans For Life
Make and Deliver Handmade Toys for Hospitalized Kids By H.L. Hussmann – This could be a project idead adapted by LFL chapters, Life Teams, and state federations.
Worldview and Culture
Does Jesus Coexist? by Dr. Michael Milton
7 Ways Satan Tries to Destroy the Church by Ron Edmondson
The evolution of Southern Baptist ethicist Russell Moore by Bob Smietana – Dr. Moore gave a terrific keynote address at the 2011 National Lutherans For Life Conference in Dallas. You can listen to it here.
Random Thoughts by Thomas Sowell
Archeologists unearth King David’s palace by Alissa Robertson
This and That
Video: Deaf woman hears her baby granddaughter laugh for the first time, live on TODAY by Melissa Dahl