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Extreme euthanasia agenda revealed at Irish conference

Last week, End of Life Ireland hosted the 2024 international conference of the World Federation of Right to Die Societies, which pro-euthanasia campaigners from around the world attended. Several speakers at the conference made no secret of their wish to see euthanasia and assisted suicide permitted on very broad grounds indeed, far beyond the terminally […] The post Extreme euthanasia agenda revealed at Irish conference first appeared on The Iona Institute .

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Suicide Is a Problem. Left-Wing Policies Disguised as “Public Health” Aren’t the Solution

Suicide is at a crisis level in the United States and around the world. According to the World Health Organization, more than 700,000 people committed suicide in 2019. In 2022, there were 49,476 self-inflicted deaths in the U.S. alone, or 14.2 per 100,000 people. At the same time, assisted-suicide activism enjoys ever higher visibility, continually promoted in the media and popular culture as the best way to “die with dignity,” resulting in an increasing toll. Each year, well over 20,000 people around the world die by assisted suicide or euthanasia — which are generally not included in suicide

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Wesley J. Smith|Humanize|

Delaware Governor Vetoes Assisted Suicide Legalization

Suprise! Governor John Carney has vetoed legislation that barely passed in Delaware that would have legalized assisted suicide. From the Governor’s veto message: During my time as Governor, and since this legislation was first introduced, I have consistently opposed a state law that would allow physician-assisted suicide. I have always recognized, and do today, that this is a deeply personal issue. Supporters and opponents alike have thoughtful views on the subject, in many cases informed by their own painful, personal experiences. Over the past several years, I have listened to legislators, a

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Wesley J. Smith|Humanize|

An Open Letter to ACOG Regarding Misinformation About Abortion Drugs and State Laws

CC: The Board of Directors of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Dear Dr. Brooks, We are the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists (AAPLOG), an organization of over 7,000 obstetrician-gynecologists and other medical professionals committed to defending the lives and dignity of our pregnant and preborn patients. Over the past two years, […] The post An Open Letter to ACOG Regarding Misinformation About Abortion Drugs and State Laws first appeared on AAPLOG - American Association of Pro-life Obstetricians & Gynecologists .

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Lack of Leadership Leads to Cultural Darkness

As I examine the dearth of vocal pro-life leadership within the Church today, I am reminded of Jesus’ declaration that He is the “light of the world.” Priests, bishops, and cardinals are representatives of Christ here on earth. In cooperation with God, they must serve as that light. And all those who claim to be […] The post Lack of Leadership Leads to Cultural Darkness appeared first on Celebrate Life Magazine .

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Sidewalk Vigilance and Powerful Partnerships

One of our Midwest Sidewalk Advocates suspected that a high school girl had been taken to an abortion facility by a school employee in an official school vehicle. It was on a day when she knew abortions were being performed. This was especially troubling because it seemed like the young girl was a minor, and […] The post Sidewalk Vigilance and Powerful Partnerships first appeared on Sidewalk Advocates for Life .

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Statement on death of Candi Miller following a chemical abortion

To be attributed to Dr. Susan Bane, MD, PhD, Board-Certified OB-GYN and Board Vice Chair at the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists According to reports, Candi Miller died because she believed misinformation about abortion drugs and laws — false narratives that are enthusiastically promoted by mainstream media and abortion advocates, and that scared […] The post Statement on death of Candi Miller following a chemical abortion first appeared on AAPLOG - American Association of Pro-life Obstetricians & Gynecologists .

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“Buffer zones” to be rolled out in October – silent prayer NOT named as an offence, but law lacks clarity

Father of two, who served in Afghanistan, faces day 2 of criminal proceedings TODAY for praying silently in abortion facility “buffer zone” UK Government announce “buffer zones” nationwide rollout 31st October – human rights experts warn “disproportionate” legislation “lacks clarity” LONDON (18th September 2024) – The UK Home Office have announced today that a ban […] The post “Buffer zones” to be rolled out in October – silent prayer NOT named as an offence, but law lacks clarity appeared first on Alliance Defending Freedom .

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Amber Thurman’s tragic death was caused by legal abortion drugs

Statement regarding ProPublica’s recent piece; attribute to Dr. Christina Francis, CEO of AAPLOG Amber Thurman’s tragic death, recently covered by multiple news organizations, was caused by side effects of legal abortion drugs and medical negligence, not pro-life laws. Despite taking the drugs as she was instructed and seeking timely care when she experienced complications, she still died. Rather than highlighting […] The post Amber Thurman’s tragic death was caused by legal abortion drugs first appeared on AAPLOG - American Association of Pro-life Obstetricians & Gynecologists .

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TODAY: Trial begins for army vet who prayed silently near abortion facility

Father of two, who served in Afghanistan, faces criminal trial for praying silently in abortion “buffer zone” in Bournemouth – ADF UK supporting legal defence UK Government to roll out “buffer zones” nationwide, imminently – human rights experts warn against plans to name “silent prayer” as a crime in buffer zone guidance DORSET (17th September […] The post TODAY: Trial begins for army vet who prayed silently near abortion facility appeared first on Alliance Defending Freedom .

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Pacing in Front of Planned Parenthood

We were advocating outside of a Southern California Planned Parenthood when we noticed a teenage couple walking into the parking lot with their backpacks on. They paced outside of the facility for a few minutes, talking, unsure where to go, and if they should go inside or not. One of our Advocates walked over with […] The post Pacing in Front of Planned Parenthood first appeared on Sidewalk Advocates for Life .

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