All articles tagged with #pro life
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Catholic News Agency
Chile’s president-elect José Antonio Kast shares a personal story about his family’s decision to have more children, his political journey, and his strong stance against leftist ideologies, emphasizing the importance of life, family, and individual freedom in shaping society.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
The Trump administration announced policies aimed at reducing IVF costs and promoting pro-life values, but faced mixed reactions from conservatives, fertility advocates, and Democrats, with some viewing it as a political gesture and others as a modest win for the pro-life movement.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by PBS
Pope Leo XIV emphasized that being truly pro-life involves consistent respect for all human life, criticizing those who oppose abortion but support the death penalty or inhumane treatment of immigrants, highlighting the importance of ethical consistency in Catholic teachings.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Washington Post
Pope Leo XIV criticized U.S. political rhetoric and highlighted the inconsistency of pro-life advocates opposing abortion but supporting harsh treatment of migrants and the death penalty during a military meeting.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Pope Leo XIV addressed the US Catholic Church's abortion debate, emphasizing that true pro-life principles encompass opposition to both abortion and the death penalty, as well as humane treatment of immigrants, highlighting the complex ethical issues within church teachings.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Reuters
Pope Leo criticized US immigration policies as 'inhuman' and questioned their alignment with Catholic pro-life teachings, highlighting the contradiction between supporting anti-abortion stances and mistreating immigrants. He also emphasized the importance of considering the overall work of political figures and the consistency of their pro-life positions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Florida voters rejected Amendment 4, a pro-abortion measure, with 57% voting "Yes" but failing to meet the 60% supermajority needed to pass. The amendment aimed to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution, countering Florida's current 6-week abortion ban. Pro-life groups credit Governor Ron DeSantis' vocal opposition for the measure's defeat, despite significant spending by pro-abortion advocates. The outcome is seen as a victory for pro-life supporters and a setback for the abortion rights movement in the state.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Sebastian Vaughan-Spruce, a pro-life activist, was fined in Birmingham, England for standing silently near an abortion clinic, allegedly violating "buffer zone" regulations. Despite not praying or displaying any signs, police issued him a penalty notice. The incident has sparked controversy over free speech and the enforcement of Public Spaces Protection Orders, with critics arguing that such regulations are being misused to target individuals based on their beliefs.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WATE 6 On Your Side
Tennessee has passed the "Meet Baby Olivia Act," requiring students to watch a pro-life video on fetal development in sex education classes, sparking criticism for potential medical misinformation. Democrats attempted to add amendments for parental consent and addressing controversial nature of the video, but all failed. Critics argue that curriculum decisions should be left to school districts and parents, not the state, and that the video is designed by a political website. The bill, brought by staunch conservatives, passed the Senate and House on party lines and now awaits Gov. Bill Lee's signature.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by AL.com
Alabama lawmakers are at a standstill over regulating in vitro fertilization (IVF) following a bill granting legal immunity to health providers if a frozen embryo is destroyed. The bill has sparked a feud within the Republican party, with anti-abortion conservatives criticizing lawmakers for giving doctors a "free pass" in the deaths of unborn children. Democrats are pushing for legislation to clarify that a fertilized embryo outside the uterus is not considered an unborn child under state law. The issue has put Republicans in an awkward position and is shaping up to be a top political liability for the GOP.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Federalist
A woman shares her experience with fertility treatment, highlighting the aggressive push for IVF by doctors and the lack of consideration for alternative, more affordable, and safer options. She emphasizes the need for women to advocate for their own health and urges states like Alabama to reconsider their approach to pro-life legislation, emphasizing the importance of informing women about holistic and restorative reproductive treatments.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Vice President Kamala Harris faced criticism from pro-life groups for visiting a Planned Parenthood in Minnesota to promote the Biden administration’s commitment to protecting abortion and reproductive rights. Pro-lifers condemned her visit as the "normalization of evil" and accused her of supporting abortions up to birth. Harris emphasized the threat to women's reproductive rights posed by conservative policies and legislation, prompting backlash from social media and conservative figures who highlighted the gruesome reality of abortion procedures.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rolling Stone
Texas Governor Greg Abbott, despite admitting to knowing little about in-vitro fertilization (IVF), expressed a desire for Texas to address the issue and maintain its "pro-life" stance following a recent Alabama ruling on IVF embryos. Abbott acknowledged the complexity of the issue and indicated that Texas would likely address it, emphasizing the state's pro-life position while also acknowledging former President Trump's support for IVF access. The potential Republican threat to IVF in a post-Roe America remains a concern.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Maison Des Champs, known as the "pro-life Spiderman," was arrested after scaling the Las Vegas Sphere to raise awareness for anti-abortion causes, claiming to prevent the alleged abortion of a woman named Isabel. This stunt occurred just days before the Super Bowl. Des Champs has a history of climbing skyscrapers for similar causes, including the Accenture Tower in Chicago and the Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Pro-life activist Maison Des Champs, known as the 'pro-life Spiderman,' was arrested after scaling the 366-foot-high Las Vegas sphere to raise funds for a homeless woman considering abortion. The charity Let Them Live stated that Des Champs chose the location in honor of the upcoming Super Bowl in Las Vegas and was aiming to draw attention to the plight of unborn children. He shared a donation link with a goal of $25,000, and the page had collected about $270 at the time of his arrest. Des Champs has a history of scaling buildings for pro-life causes, and this incident follows his previous climbs in Chicago, Manhattan, and Phoenix.