Pro-Life and other Human Dignity Issues
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Abortion Policy and Its Negative Effect on American Society
PRO-LIFE GROUPS RESPOND TO EMBRYONIC STEM CELL RESEARCH VOTE
US Government Leaders' Comments on Abortion
Pro Life Legislation to Support
NRLC statement on abortion "deal" on health care bill
Bishops Encourage Vigilance that Health Care Legislation Protects Conscience,
does not Fund Abortion
Prior to New Supreme Court Session, Cardinal Pleads for the Unborn
USCCB Pro-Life Committee Chairman Releases Statement For Respect Life Sunday
Reinvigorate the Church's understanding of the horror of abortion
Archbishop Chaput's do's and don'ts for pro-life action
The battle lines are drawn: the pro-life challenge in America today
Pro-life Mass -- Catholic Identity
A Deeply Moving Speech by Pro-Life Gov. Sarah Palin
Catholic Bishop Blasts Pro-Life Democrat Bob Casey for Abortion Funding Vote
Cardinal Rigali to Congress: Keep Existing Pro-Life Laws
More Pro-Life Groups Say Baucus Health Care Bill Contains Abortion Funding
Bishops' Pro-Life Official "Gravely Concerned" Over Threat to HHS Conscience Protection Regulation
Thank your Catholic senators for the end of the Mexico City policy
"How can anyone be silent on this key civil rights question?" by Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan
President Obama's Reversal of Mexico City Policy 'Very Disappointing,' Says Pro-Life Committee Chair
Bishops Urge New President to Keep Laws on Conscience Rights, Foreign Aid for
Abortion, Embryonic Stem Cell Research
Bishop Wenski Says Pro-life Laws "Moral Imperative"
Catholic Archbishop Burke: War Not Same as Abortion, Democrats Pro-Death
Archbishop Chaput to Kmiec: You Wanted Obama, Now Lobby Him on Abortion
Reproduction and Public Discourse
Abortion: 50 million lost opportunities
by Bishop Ricard ("The Florida Catholic", 1/30/2009)
White House:
President Bush Opposes Embryonic Stem Cell Research
PRO-LIFE GROUP RESPONDS TO STUDY SHOWING ABORTIONS DOWN UNDER BUSH
Planned Parenthood Study: Abortions Down Under President Bush
Bishop Hermann explains his willingness to die to end abortion
Terri Schiavo Bill Passed By Congress, Signed into Law by Pres. Bush
Teachings of the
Magisterium on Abortion
Statement on S. 686 (Theresa Marie Schiavo Bill)
Priests for Life Analysis on President George W. Bush's 2001 Stem Cell Decision
President Bush, John Kerry Talk Abortion, Stem Cell Research on Radio
President Discusses Embryo Adoption and Ethical Stem Cell Research
PRI Weekly Briefing: In Thanksgiving to God for People
President Bush-John Kerry Contest Could Decide Abortion for 30 Years
President Proclaims Family Day (2001)
PRESIDENT BUSH BACKS STEM CELL RESEARCH LIMITS, OPPOSES ABORTION IN INTERVIEW
President Announces Initiatives to Combat Human Trafficking (2004)
PRESIDENT BUSH RECONFIRMS VETO
THREAT ON EMBRYONIC STEM CELL RESEARCH
Fr.
Pavone Commends Pro-Life Democrats
Priests Group Reprimands House Vote
President Bush Condemns South Korea Human Cloning for Stem Cells
On Same-Sex Marriage by Bishop Frederick Henry of Calgary, Alberta, Canada (January 2005)
Msgr. Fay Urges Support For Federal Marriage Amendment (2004)
Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, 2005
Breaking the Law by Fr. Pavone (March 28, 2005)
King's Dream, Continued (Fr. Frank Pavone's Bi-weekly Column-4/19/2004)
"I Have A Dream" by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr
Human Rights Day, Bill of Rights Day, and Human Rights Week, 2004
How can the Dream survive if we murder the children? by Dr. Alveda King
Government, Law and Political Responsibility for Life Issues
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS WELCOME BUSH'S THREAT TO VETO STEM-CELL RESEARCH BILL
Does Life Begin at Implantation?
Emancipation Proclamation of Preborn Children
The Church's Stand Against Racism
PRESIDENT BUSH CALLS MASSACHUSETTS 'GAY' MARRIAGE RULING 'VERY ACTIVIST'
BUSH, KERRY DIFFER ON PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT FOR TEENS' ABORTIONS
Bishop Calls Abortion 'Greatest Evil of Our Age'
A Study Guide to "Living the Gospel of Life"
Abortions Did
Not Increase Under President Bush, Researcher's Study Flawed
Bush Administration Expresses Strong Opposition to HR 810 Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act
Claims That President Bush's Policies Increased Abortion Numbers Baseless
President Bush's Economic Policy Did not Increase Abortions, Study Shows
Passage of Federal Marriage Amendment crucial to protect family
Thinning the ranks in a town called Death Row
Silent Witness: The Untold Story of Terri Schiavo's Death
Moment of Truth for the White House by Deal W. Hudson
Europe's Slow Demographic Bleed
Interreligious Korean Group to Promote Life and Family
Slaves of the Third Millennium
We Don't Know Roe by Fr. Pavone (8/1/2005)
Roe Education Plan Announced in Light of Supreme Court Battle
Back to the Drawing Board: The Future of the Pro-Life Movement
Thirty Years After Roe v. Wade: Is It Time To Reevaluate Pro-Life Strategy?
Abortion and the Supreme Court: Advancing the Culture of Death
Eurocrat's Wake-Up Call on Demography
California, Here We Come by Fr. Pavone (8/29/2005)
Senator Brownback Talks Abortion With Nominee John Roberts
Scalia v. the pope: Who's right on death penalty? by Patrick J. Buchanan
FT April 2001: Catholicism & Capital Punishment
President Bush Defunds UNFPA Again Over Forced Abortion in China
Blessed Denunciation by Fr. Pavone (10/10/2005)
SERMON
DELIVERED BY BISHOP CLEMENS AUGUST COUNT OF GALEN ON AUGUST 3, 1941 ("condemning
‘mercy killings’")
Abstinence Education Programs: Changing Attitudes
A Poverty of the U.S. is its Approach to Life, Bishop Samuel Aquila notes on Respect Life Sunday
U.S. Cardinal Wary of Progress to Respect Life
Roe Ruling: More Than Its Author Intended
Holy See Addresses U.N. on Defense of Refugees
Sen. Santorum talks about family values in new book
Dr. King, Fr. Pavone praise Rosa Parks, Draw Pro-Life Parallel (10/25/2005)
Should We Focus Just on Abortion?
Fight abortion industry: priest tells Bush
Benedict XVI Exhorts Politicos to Defend Human Life
California's assault on the family
CLARENCE THOMAS: ABORTION DOMINATES SUPREME COURT NOMINATIONS
The pro-choice movement: Safe, legal and as often as possible
Should Republicans fear the overturning of Roe v. Wade?
Convergence by Fr. Pavone (1/2/2006)
Mother Teresa at the National Prayer Breakfast (1994)
Time for Catholics to Act by Bishop Myers (1996)
It's the Sex, Stupid: A Response to Mark Steyn
President Signs H.R. 972, Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act
SAMUEL ALITO SAYS ABORTION DOES NOT APPEAR IN THE CONSTITUTION
Benedict XVI Defends the Unborn
AS AMERICANS HONOR MARTIN LUTHER KING, ABORTION DESTROYS BLACK COMMUNITY
National Sanctity of Human Life Day, 2006
Marching for life and against the "Negro Project"
Exposing the Evil by Fr. Pavone (1/30/2006)
Fr. Frank comments on the passing of Coretta Scott King (2006)
“God is Love”-What Pope Benedict XVI’s first encyclical says to the pro-life movement
God is Love by Fr. Pavone (2/13/2006)
On Defending and Promoting Life
The Forgotten Victim by Fr. Pavone (2/27/2006)
Why an Abortionist? by Fr. Pavone (3/13/2006)
Fr. Frank comments on Scheidler and South Dakota
Jews and Catholics on Respect for Human Life
Abortion and African-Americans
Using Natural Experiments to Analyze the Impact of State Legislation on the Incidence of Abortion
Study New York Times Wrong, Parental Involvement Abortion Laws Work
Abortion Lies vs. Realities Misleading Women About Their Health
Why Abortion Bans May Not Be the Answer Now
Abortion: The Primary Issue according to Statements from the Pope and Bishops
The Scapegoat's Killer by Fr. Pavone (3/27/2006)
Statement from President Bush on the death of Terri Schiavo (March 31, 2005)
New Zogby Poll Americans are Pro-Life on Numerous Abortion Issues
Archbishop says government officials who support abortion are negligent in their duties
As Terri Schiavo Remembered, Pro-Life Group Urges Protective Measures
A Terrible Misunderstanding: Why The Polls Distort Roe V. Wade
Dehumanized by Fr. Pavone (4/11/2006)
"Let My People Go: The Catholic Church and Slavery"
"The Health of Nations: What America Can Learn from Other Countries about Abortion and Divorce"
Architects of the Culture of Death ("EWTN Live" Air Date: 8/17/2005)
Tragic Triangle by Fr. Pavone (5/8/2006)
Vacant Souls by Fr. Pavone (5/22/2006)
Sex and the Sacred City E-book
‘Thou shalt not kill’: Why abortion is evil yet still legal by Bishop Olmsted
Religious Beliefs, Abortion, and the Law
Exploitation of Women by Abortion
Consistent Ethic of Life: Myths and Realities
Abortion and Contraception - Fruits of the Same Tree
Bible's Teaching Against Abortion
Correct Language about Pregnancy and Abortion
How to Encourage Your Priest to Be Actively Pro-Life
Our Media Is The Streets (booklet)
What Priests Can Do to Stop Abortion
When Life Begins: A Matter of Belief or a Matter of Fact?
Addressing Abortion with Confidence
Pro-life Movement's Signs of Confidence (Part 1)
Pro-life Movement's Signs of Confidence (Part 2)
Roe V. Wade Questions and Answers
The Bite of "Choice" by Fr. Pavone (6/2/2006)
Abortionists Converted by Fr. Pavone (6/19/2006)
Maintain the Focus by Fr. Pavone (7/3/2006)
Cardinal Sees New Threats to Life in the Americas
Europe Freezes in Demographic Winter Due to Severe Underpopulation
Opposition to war incompatible with support for abortion, says Spanish cardinal
U.S. Bishop Urges Respect for Prisoners
New Coalition Aims to Help Detainees
Pope affirms rights of refugees and challenges Church to respond
STATES MUST DEFEND AND PROMOTE HUMAN RIGHTS
Catholic Bishops Urge Renewal of Voting Rights Act
PRESIDENT BUSH SIGNS CONGRESSIONAL MEASURE TO PROHIBIT FETAL FARMING
HOUSE FAILS TO OVERRIDE BUSH VETO OF EMBRYONIC STEM CELL RESEARCH FUNDING
PRESIDENT BUSH VETOES EMBRYONIC STEM CELL RESEARCH FUNDING MEASURE
President Bush's Remarks on Embryonic Stem Cell Research Policy (7/19/2006)
Text of President Bush Veto of Embryonic Stem Cell Research Funding Bill (7/19/2006)
Statement by Alveda King on Extension of the Voting Rights Act (7/27/2006)
Americans to ‘outstrip’ Nazis in taking human life, says bishop
Rockford, Illinois Bishop Says Dem’s “a clear and present danger” to US survival as a nation”
Unholy Sacraments by Bishop Thomas G. Doran
Keeping Children Safe by Fr. Pavone (7/31/2006)
September 11 and Abortion: Fifth Anniversary by Fr. Pavone (8/14/2006)
Pain Awareness by Fr. Pavone (9/11/2006)
ARCHITECTS OF THE CULTURE OF DEATH (Book)
Holy Father Reminds Chile of Right to Life
The importance of pro-life voting and its cultural impact
Ending Abortion, Not Just Fighting It by Fr. Frank Pavone
Respect Life Statement Highlights True and False “Progress” on Human Life
Archbishop DiNardo talks about Respect Life Sunday (9/22/2006)
Pope Promotes Authentic Humanism
Multiple Abortions by Fr. Pavone (9/8/2003)
Safe, then Legal by Fr. Pavone (10/6/2003)
Asian, African, South American Nations More Pro-Life Than U.S. on Abortion
The "Sacrament" of Abortion by Fr. Pavone (8/12/2002)
Half-fetus, half child by Fr. Pavone (11/9/2006)
Eschatological Realism by Fr. Pavone (11/20/2006)
Pro-Abortion Side Considers Children Less Than Animals
Made in the Image and Likeness of God by Archbishop Alfred C. Hughes
Two Different Abortion Pills: MAP and RU-486
"Suspect" and "Illusory"(Priests for Life Newsletter-Jan-Feb '04)
STATEMENT OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF FLORIDA ON THE 34TH ANNIVERSARY OF ROE V. WADE
Mr. Brownback by Fr. Pavone (January 1, 2007)
Sam Brownback on Ronald Reagan’s Abortion Essay
RONALD REAGAN: ABORTION AND THE CONSCIENCE OF THE NATION
The Marketing of Evil by David Kupelian
Archbishop Chaput Questions Governor's Pledge
FR. FRANK PAVONE: SHUN ALL PREJUDICE
Feminism's Triumph: The Extermination of Women
Abortion Poll Finds Most Christians Think Life Begins at Conception
President Calls March for Life Participants (1/22/2007)
Respect for Life isn’t ‘a single issue’
The Political Issue Beneath Abortion
Bishops, Politicians, and Abortion
Encouragement from Governor Bob Casey
Politicians' Grammar: Fr. Frank comments on Cardinal Mahony's Column
New Perspectives on the Defense of the Unborn as a Constitutional Issue
Bush Says Science Should Serve Humanity
Father Frank Pavone - Homily: Thursday, Week II, Ordinary Time
Poll: most Americans want restrictions on abortion
Dividing and Demonizing Pro-Lifers
Pro-Life Attorney Roe Abortion Case Can be Overturned, Don't Give Up
Hundreds of Thousands of Pro-Life People March for Life in Washington
Excerpts From Congressman Chris Smith's March for Life Speech
Abortion Advocates Change Terms of Debate in Face of Pro-Life Opinion
West Coast Walk for Life Attracts Thousands of Pro-Life Advocates
CBS News Poll Majority of Americans Want Abortion Illegal, Restrictions
Abortion Referendum Fails in Portugal
Study Pro-Life Legislation Cut Abortions on Teen Girls by 50 Percent
Black Leader Says Abortion Continues to Diminish African-Americans
Life in the Balance in Portugal
Prelates See Ominous Sign in Abortion Vote
Abortion in the Caribbean ("EWTN Live" Air Date: 2/14/2007)
Risk by Fr. Pavone (2/26/2007)
Fr. Pavone weighs in on South Dakota Senate's rejection of abortion ban
EU pressures pro-life countries to enact pro-abortion laws
Pope: New Eugenics Strikes Developed World
Feminism, Consumerism, & the Sexualization of Girls
Bishop Fisher on Conscience and Authority
Christian Conscience on the Critical List
Mexico Archdiocese Speaks Up on Abortion
Peru Declares March 25 as "Day of the Unborn"
A Note on the Future: Deliberately Disabling Children
Stopping the Abortion Juggernaut
Genetically Engineering Children -- A New Concern for the Pro-Life Movement
Terri Schiavo's Next to Last Day A Look Back, I Want to Live
Fr. Pavone Comments on Terri Schiavo Anniversary (March 31, 2007)
Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Partial-birth Abortion-Priests for Life comments
Supreme Court Upholds Partial-Birth Abortion Ban on 5-4 Decision
President Bush on Embryonic Stem Cell Research - April 11, 2007
President Bush Pleased by Supreme Court's Decision to Uphold Partial-Birth Abortion Ban
Cardinal Welcomes Supreme Court Decision Upholding Federal Partial-Birth Abortion Ban
Florida Catholic Conference Responds to Supreme Court Decision on Partial Birth Abortion
Abortion Ruling Brings Ray of Hope to Pro-Lifers
Pro-Life Groups React to Supreme Court Decision on Partial-Birth Abortion
Pope Weighs in as Mexico Nears Abortion Vote
Media and Opponents are Wrong Abstinence Education Has Not Failed
Colorado Marks 40 Years of Abortion With the Nation's First Legalization
As a Former Fetus I Support Supreme Court's Partial-Birth Abortion Decision
What the U.S. Abortion Ruling Means
The right to life: a question of justice
National Right to Life Applauds Blanket Pro-Life Veto Warning by President Bush
Cardinal Thanks President Bush For Pledge To Veto Pro-Abortion Laws
Brazil Church Leaders Affirm Stance on Abortion
GOP Prez Debate: Since When Does Pro-Life Mean Killing Disabled People?
POLL: AMERICANS MORE LIKELY TO OPPOSE ROE WHEN ABORTION CASE EXPLAINED
Dehumanizing Humans: When Animal Rights Trump Our Right to Life
Bush Promises to Protect Pro-Life Amendments
Gallup Releases Results of New Polling Data on Abortion, Roe v. Wade
Targeting the Disabled: Turning Crimes Into Acts of Compassion
No Matter What You Think About Abortion You Should Be Disturbed by the Situation in Kansas
Scottish Life Day Marks Abortion Anniversary
Cardinal Rejects Pro-Choice City Label
Responding to Pro-Life Attacks Why the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Helps
Philadelphia City Council Adopts Pro-Abortion Position, No Brotherly Love
President Bush Applauds Anti-Abortion Activists
Cardinal Rigali Urges House to Preserve the Mexico City Policy
Philadelphia City Council Reverses its Decision to Endorse Abortion
President Bush Addresses National Right to Life Convention, Touts Pro-Life Record
Executive Order Expanding Approved Stem Cell Lines in Ethically Responsible Ways
Message to the Senate of the United States-Veto of "Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2007"
Cardinal Rigali Commends President Bush for Veto of Destructive Embryo Research Bill
USCCB Official Criticizes Rescinding Of Mexico City Policy, AIDS Prevention Funding
Abortion Has Increased, Not Reduced Number of Illegitimate Births
Catholic Leader Tells Pro-Life Convention Be Careful How You Present Abortion
Teens, Young Adults More Likely to Oppose Abortion, Want More Limits
Politics and Logic by Bishop Serratelli
Catholic Bishops Decry Amnesty International Decision to Support Abortion
The False Choice Between Development and Daughters
Dumpsters, Bridges and Children
How to Talk to the Left About Life
Respect Life Sunday Statement: “We Need Truth” Says Cardinal Rigali
Catholic Newspaper Calls Bush a Strongly Pro-Life Leader
Studies Show Pro-Life Strategies Working, More Oppose Abortion
Answering the Call: Some ideas for getting involved in Pro-Life advocacy
Bishops' Spokeswoman Criticizes New Guttmacher Study Calling For Global Promotion of Abortion
Pro-life leader says concern about executions should extend to abortion
U.S. Catholic Bishops’ Pro-Life Secretariat To Congress: Support The Mexico City Policy
Pro-Life Women in Congress Start Legislative Caucus Opposing Abortion
President Bush and Mrs. Bush Mark National Adoption Day
Faithful Citizenship by Fr. Pavone
Woe to Those Who Call Evil Good
Bishops’ Conference Official Praises Senate Introduction Of “Pregnant Women Support Act”
Ten Reasons Why the Pro-life Movement is Winning
Statement of the Catholic Bishops of Florida on the 35th Anniversary of
Roe v. Wade (January 22, 2008)
Unfinished Business
Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia Abortion Isn't Found in the Constitution
"Is This What You Mean?" (Article)
Cardinal Rigali Welcomes Proposed Human/Animal Hybrid Ban
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights 1948-2008
THOUGHTS ON ‘ROMAN CATHOLICS FOR OBAMA’ by Archbishop Chaput
Pro-Life Congressman JC Watts on Roe v. Wade
President Bush Americans Face Clear Contrast on Abortion in Election
“Is This What You Mean?” (pdf)
PRESIDENT BUSH GREETS PRO-LIFE ADVOCATES WITH SPECIAL VIDEO MESSAGE AGAINST ABORTION
JOHN MCCAIN TELLS PRO-LIFE ADVOCATES HE WILL STRONGLY OPPOSE ABORTION AS PRESIDENT
President Bush Speaks Out About Human Rights, Forced Abortions in China
Knights of Columbus Leader Urges Catholics to Oppose Pro-Abortion Candidates
From Abortion Clinic To Baptismal Font
Killed in Darkness, Remembered in Light
Bishops Welcome HHS Regulations Protecting Conscience Rights in Health Care
John McCain Selects Pro-Life Champion Sarah Palin for Vice Presidential Slot
Church Teaching Against Abortion Constant Through Centuries, Says New Resource
Letter on the Church's Teaching on Abortion by Francis Cardinal George, O.M.I.
Pro-Life Chair To Congress: “We Can’t Reduce Abortions By Promoting Abortion”
The Union of One Man and One Woman by the Florida Bishops (2008)
Cardinal Rigali Urges Respect for Human Life, Opposition to ‘Freedom of Choice’ Act
Pro-Life Sen. John McCain's Remarks to NRLC 2008
A Shepherd's Message (September 26, 2008) by Cardinal DiNardo on "Right to Life Sunday"
About Time to Call Obama on Abortion
A Politician's Promise: No Right to Life! No Freedom! by Bishop Arthur J. Serratelli
Bishop Holley Calls on Black Community to Overcome Abortion
At Long Last: A Debate About Abortion
Legal Protection for Unborn, Support for Mothers Both Needed,Say Cardinal Rigali and Bishop Murphy
Just Look: Cardinal Egan Compares Abortion Crimes to those of Hitler, Stalin
Over 80 Bishops Say Abortion/Life Issues Defining Issues of Election
The Women Who Have Abortions, and the Love They Need
Common ground cannot be found by destroying the common good
Conquer evil with weapons of love
Statement of the Catholic Bishops of Florida on the 36th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
Barack Obama's Election Has Re-Energized Pro-Life Advocates to Fight Abortion
Obama and "The God-Given Promise That All Are Equal"
Bishop Murphy Says Conscience Protection Necessary to Protect Human Rights
Cardinal Rigali Praises House Re-Introduction of “Pregnant Women Support Act,” Urges Co-Sponsorship
Pro Life Spokeswoman Objects to FDA Approval of “Morning-After Pill” for Minors without Prescription
President's Statement on Sanctity of Marriage Senate Vote (2004)
Catholics Should Not Vote for Pro-Abortion Politicians, Top Vatican Official Says
Deadly spin: pro-lifers assess Obama's abortion reduction plan
More Americans "Pro-Life" Than "Pro-Choice" for First Time Since 1995: Gallup Poll
Bishop Finn Interviewed on Notre Dame Commencement
USCCB SUBMITS COMMENTS TO NIH ON PROPOSED GUIDELINES FOR STEM CELL RESEARCH
Contraception: the 'common ground' that devastates family life
Statement on the Killing of Abortionist George Tiller
Sometimes respect can blind us
Dr. Alveda King - sorrow that George Tiller did not live to repent
U.S. Bishops Express ‘Profound Regret’ about Shooting Death of Abortion Doctor
CARDINAL RIGALI PROTESTS MOVE TO FUND ABORTION IN DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Cardinal Rigali Criticizes Final NIH Guidelines for Destructive Stem
Cell Research