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Opponents of Constitutional Changes Plan to Pray and Fast on Election Day

Election Day will also be a day of prayer and fasting for many across the commonwealth, as religious opponents of changing the state’s constitution make their case that voters should reject proposed constitutional amendment Questions 1 and 2. The first amendment would enshrine the right to an abortion in the state constitution, and Ballot Question...

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Richard Tucker|The Daily Signal|New
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West Texas City to Vote on ‘Sanctuary for the Unborn’ Ordinance

A West Texas city will not only be voting for elected officials but will also be deciding on a pro-life ordinance to protect the unborn from abortion trafficking. Seminole is a small city that has a population of about 7,952 and sits 30 minutes away from Hobbs, New Mexico, a destination for one of the largest...

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Emily Medeiros|The Daily Signal|New

Bishop: Prayer and Fasting Are ‘Weapons’ to Defeat Virginia Amendments

Bishop Michael Burbidge met with Catholic priests throughout the Diocese of Arlington last Thursday to reinforce the importance of defeating two constitutional amendments on the Virginia ballot. The proposed amendments have prompted an unprecedented effort by Burbidge to raise awareness among Virginia Catholics.

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Trump Finally Gives Update on Deadly Drug—Why Its Opponents Are Not Happy

The Food and Drug Administration plans to complete its long-awaited review of abortion drugs in mid-December, but the public won’t see the results until March, according to a Wednesday filing from the Justice Department. The 5th Circuit Court ordered the FDA to provide an update on its abortion pill safety review by Oct.

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Ohio Has an F in Sex Education. Is That Such a Bad Thing?

An “F” is not normally worth celebrating, but that’s exactly what Ohio conservatives are doing after the state received that grade from the Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States. John Stover with Ohio Value Voters, Inc., and Aaron Baer with the Center for Christian Virtue are actually thrilled with the rating and...

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FDA Must Update Court on Deadly Drug. Critics Have Low Expectations.

The pro-life movement has low expectations ahead of the deadline for the Food and Drug Administration to provide an update on its abortion pill safety review, leaders tell the Daily Signal. “I’m not expecting much,” Tom McCluskey, director of government affairs at CatholicVote, told the Daily Signal.

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‘The Truth Is Pro Life’: March for Life’s 2027 Theme to Encourage Reflection on Objective Morality

The pro-life advocacy group March for Life announced its 2027 theme, which will guide and frame the organization’s activity in the new year: “the truth is pro-life.” “Last year, our theme, ‘life is a gift,’ spoke to the heart,” March for Life’s Chief of Staff Hayden Sledge said in a virtual press conference on Tuesday....

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Virginians Could Cement Abortion in Their Constitution, so Why Not Track Abortion Outcomes?

As a physician, I don’t make any decisions without assessing my patients, reviewing the data, and ensuring I’ve considered every course of action to find the best one. Before recommending treatment, I want to know not simply whether it will work, but what complications might occur, and how vulnerable my patient might be if something...

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On the Ground in 3 Key States: Latest From Texas, Ohio, and Virginia

Virginia is holding a significant election with constitutional amendments on abortion and marriage that have drawn opposition from Catholic bishops and over 200 pastors, who warn the ballot language is deceptive and designed to punish dissenters and boost Democrats. In Ohio, two key races are considered toss-ups, including a Senate special election and the governor's race, with data centers and immigration issues prominent, while in Texas, the Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico is close, with controversies around Talarico's religious affiliations and local concerns about visas, data centers, and mosque construction influencing conservative voters.

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Robert Bluey|The Daily Signal|

More than 200 Virginia Pastors Sign Letter Opposing Constitutional Amendments

More than 200 Virginia pastors have signed a letter urging voters to reject two proposed constitutional amendments: one enshrining abortion rights and another removing the ban on same-sex marriage. The letter, inspired by a Catholic campaign and spreading through word of mouth among clergy, argues that these amendments harm the state and contradict biblical teachings.

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Richard Tucker|The Daily Signal|

The Letter Virginia Pastors Want Every Voter to Read Before Nov. 3

More than 125 Virginia pastors from around the state have signed an open letter urging voters to reject two proposed constitutional amendments on abortion and marriage in the November 3 election. The pastors oppose Question 1, which would expand abortion access and eliminate parental consent, and Question 2, which would redefine marriage to include same-sex couples, citing biblical teachings and concerns about societal harm.

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Robert Bluey|The Daily Signal|

Women Hurt by Abortion Pill Urge Trump Nominee to Lead Change

Three women who regret taking the abortion pill are urging Dr. Heidi Overton, if confirmed as FDA commissioner, to renew the in-person dispensing requirement on mifepristone to ensure women understand the seriousness of the medication and to prevent coercion or pressure in abortion decisions.

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FDA Confirmation Hearing Gives Update on Abortion Pill Study Under New Leadership

Dr. Heidi Overton, nominated to lead the FDA, testified before a Senate committee that if confirmed, she would immediately oversee and ensure transparency of the ongoing safety study on the abortion pill mifepristone, which is expected to be completed by the end of the year.

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Pro-Life Group Puts FDA on Notice Over Abortion Pill Waste and Endangered Species

Students for Life of America sent a letter to the FDA announcing its intent to sue over alleged Endangered Species Act violations related to pharmaceutical waste from the abortion pill mifepristone found in U.S. waterways, including tap water in three cities.

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Bruce Parker|The Daily Signal|

Bishop Makes Special Request of Catholics Before Election Day

Bishop Michael Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington is urging Catholics to fast on Fridays in October and vote against two constitutional amendments on abortion and marriage appearing on the November 3 ballot in Virginia. He has directed priests to read a letter during Masses opposing the amendments, which would expand abortion access and redefine marriage, and has led prayer efforts while acknowledging both support and criticism from parishioners.

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Robert Bluey|The Daily Signal|

Canada’s MAID Nightmare Gets Even Worse

An 83-year-old Canadian woman with cancer, Brigitte Stegemann, was reportedly given medical assistance in dying (MAID) without her final consent while her family was away, leading to an investigation by Belleville Police. The case has drawn national and international attention, highlighting concerns about the safeguards and increasing use of MAID in Canada, where it has become one of the leading causes of death.

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Virginians, Don’t Fall for the Abortion Amendment Deception

Virginia voters will decide on a constitutional amendment affecting Article I, Section 11, which concerns due process protections related to when life begins, with the amendment specifying that these protections apply only after a baby is outside the mother. Polls show support for the amendment, but when voters are informed of its implications, including abortion up to birth and other provisions, support decreases significantly, raising concerns about the ballot language and voter understanding.

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Al Perrotta|The Daily Signal|

Hawley Advocates Mifepristone Ban With Pro-Life Declaration‌

Senator Josh Hawley announced the signing of a new Declaration for Life at the Missouri Prayer Breakfast, calling on Congress members to support his legislation to ban the chemical abortion drug mifepristone. The Safeguarding Women from Chemical Abortion Act, co-sponsored by several Republican senators, aims to withdraw FDA approval of mifepristone and allow lawsuits against its manufacturers, with the FDA currently reviewing the drug and expected to announce a decision by the end of the year.

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