Abortion Policy, Law & Politics

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Euthanasia activist says we need to help the suicidal by expanding assisted suicide

Van Maren responds to Jocelyn Downie's testimony about extending eligibility for medical assistance in dying to mental illness. He challenges her argument and presents it as inconsistent with protecting people experiencing suicidal thoughts.

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Abortion Law in America Today: Confronting Infringements on Pro-life Laws

Harned surveys legal disputes affecting state abortion restrictions, including conflicts over abortion medication provided across state lines. The analysis examines shield laws, enforcement disputes, and litigation from a pro-life legal perspective.

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New Study: Most Women Seeking Abortion Have Higher Risk of Negative Psychological Reactions

Peer-reviewed study identifies key factors shaping women’s emotional responses following abortion Washington D.C.—A new peer-reviewed study by the Charlotte Lozier Institute (CLI) and Elliot Institute found that the majority of women seeking abortion possess one or more established risk factors for negative psychological reactions. The study surveyed a random sample of American women ages 41–45, […] The post New Study: Most Women Seeking Abortion Have Higher Risk of Negative Psychological Reactions appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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A Simple Approach for How Pastors Can Speak on Abortion

Pastors can agree that preaching the gospel to their congregation is simple. Sharing that God sent His Son, Jesus, to earth to save mankind is the essence of their sermons. However, speaking on a topic such as abortion is not as clear-cut and can be risky. Many pastors express hesitation about addressing the issue for […] The post A Simple Approach for How Pastors Can Speak on Abortion appeared first on Human Coalition .

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Misleading Ballot Measure to Enshrine Unlimited Abortion Access signed by Virginia’s pro-abortion Governor Abigail Spanberger.

On Friday February 6th, Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed the bill that send the deceptive and misleadingly labeled “Right to Reproductive Freedom Act” to the fall ballot. While that is the only official role Spanberger has to play formally in this process, she has been outspoken in her support for the passage of this extreme […] The post Misleading Ballot Measure to Enshrine Unlimited Abortion Access signed by Virginia’s pro-abortion Governor Abigail Spanberger. appeared first on Virginia Society for Human Life .

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Leading Nat’l Pro-Life Group Endorses Rep. Jefferson Shreve for Re-Election

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Apr. 7, 2026 Contact: media@sbaprolife.org | View Newsroom Washington, D.C. – Today Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America Candidate Fund announced its endorsement of Republican U.S. Rep. Jefferson Shreve for re-election in Indiana’s 6th Congressional District. Shreve holds an A+ on SBA Pro-Life America’s National Pro-Life Scorecard for his consistent pro-life record. “We’re […]

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After Tens of Thousands of Lives Lost, This Abortion Center Is Closing

For decades, a small building just off Randleman Rd in Greensboro stood as one of the darkest places in that city. Tucked away behind a tire shop and an Asian restaurant, it would be easy to miss. But since the early 90’s, precious lives have been destroyed inside as women walked in to take the […] The post After Tens of Thousands of Lives Lost, This Abortion Center Is Closing first appeared on LOVE LIFE .

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God Hears Our Prayers

A couple drove almost two hours to come to the abortion facility where our Sidewalk Advocates were praying. They did not know how far along in the pregnancy they were. Program Leader Cathy encouraged them to go to the pregnancy center for a free ultrasound, but the abortion-facility security guard came down and interrupted their […] The post God Hears Our Prayers first appeared on Sidewalk Advocates for Life .

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Primer: Risks and Complications of Drug-Induced Abortion

This is Issue 113 of the On Point Series. Originally posted as a fact sheet on July 19, 2022, this paper underwent substantial revision with the addition of new material in April, 2026. Introduction Drug-induced abortions account for the majority of abortions in the United States, amounting to 65% of the total in 2023.[1] The […] The post Primer: Risks and Complications of Drug-Induced Abortion appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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Can Abortion Prevent Tragedy?

In Gretna, Louisiana, a woman gave birth and left her baby in a port-a-potty, resulting in the child's death and the woman being charged with second degree murder. Louisiana is promoting awareness of its Safe Haven law through the Safe Haven Awareness Act, which requires flyers about the law to be posted in public school restrooms to prevent similar tragedies.

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#211 Dr. Dermot Kearney: The First Doctor Banned from Saving Lives - His Fight for APR in the UK

Dermot Kearney discusses providing abortion-pill reversal in the United Kingdom and the professional dispute surrounding that work. The episode presents his account of beginning the service during the pandemic and his claims about its outcomes.

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Identifying underlying factors in risk factors and emotional sequelae self-attributed to abortion: development and validation of a brief assessment tool

CLI Summary This study measured predictors for negative mental and emotional outcomes after abortion based on risk factors identified by the American Psychological Association. The study found two major areas that align with risk factors: 1) attachment and support (bigger effect) and 2) moral and maternal conflict (smaller effect). “Attachment and support” includes emotional attachment, […] The post Identifying underlying factors in risk factors and emotional sequelae self-attributed to abortion: development and validation of a brief assessment tool appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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Three Pro-Life Bills Pass House Committees!

Three pro-life bills passed their respective House committees in Louisiana on April 1, 2026, including the Prenatal Human Development Education resolution, the Safe Haven Awareness Signs Act, and the Compassion in Miscarriage Terminology Act. The Prenatal Human Development Education resolution passed the House Education Committee, the Safe Haven Awareness Signs Act also passed the House Education Committee, and the Compassion in Miscarriage Terminology Act passed the House Health & Welfare Committee with an amendment making enforcement optional.

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Fact Sheet: Health Insurance Coverage of Elective Abortion

States vary in their policies on health insurance coverage of abortion, so the Charlotte Lozier Institute (CLI) has compiled a table to show which states require, permit, or prohibit coverage of elective abortion through marketplace (ACA) plans, private insurance, and/or Medicaid. Americans should be able to make an informed decision about their healthcare coverage, a […] The post Fact Sheet: Health Insurance Coverage of Elective Abortion appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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Abortion Reporting: Louisiana (2024)

In January 2026, Louisiana’s Department of Health (LA DOH) published a suppressed abortion total for both 2023 and 2024 for confidentiality reasons, meaning that fewer than five abortions occurred in the state for both years. While Louisiana uploaded components of each year’s reports for different data points, such as abortions by weeks of gestation and […] The post Abortion Reporting: Louisiana (2024) appeared first on Lozier Institute .

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5 Most Unhinged Pro-Abortion Things from My University Last Year

My name is Kyra, and I’m a student at the University of Pittsburgh — a school that has an incredibly liberal student body and that ranks dangerously low on the free speech scale. This can sometimes cause conservatives to feel suffocated and discouraged, but that doesn’t stop Choose Life at Pitt, the pro-life student group on campus. This year, we ... Read More The post 5 Most Unhinged Pro-Abortion Things from My University Last Year appeared first on Students for Life of America .

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Americans United for Life Urges Trump Administration to Reverse Course on Title X Funding for Planned Parenthood

(Washington, D.C.): After unfreezing Title X grant funds from flowing to Planned Parenthood in January, the Trump Administration has now extended another year of funds to the abortion provider. The Administration claims this will be the “fifth and final year” of grants established under the Biden presidency. White House officials have cited “significant legal challenges” as their reason for extending the funding, […] The post Americans United for Life Urges Trump Administration to Reverse Course on Title X Funding for Planned Parenthood appeared first on Americans United for Life .

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White House Decision Allows More Taxpayer Dollars to Flow to Planned Parenthood Through Title X

For Immediate Release: March 31, 2026 Contact: media@sbaprolife.org | View Newsroom Dannenfelser: ‘Inexplicable’ Move by Trump-Vance Admin Is Wrong and Jeopardizes Enthusiasm Among Key Pro-Life Voters Ahead of Midterms Washington, D.C. – The Trump-Vance administration has decided not to cancel Biden’s Title X grant awards to Planned Parenthood, the nation’s largest abortion business. After initially […]

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Facing Down Death with the Love of Christ

[Trigger Warning: This blog includes images of abortion tools that appear to have been used.] Special Message from Our President & CEO: Dear Friends, I hope you are experiencing a blessed Holy Week. As we approach Calvary, I have been reflecting on some of the challenges our mission has been facing and the great gift […] The post Facing Down Death with the Love of Christ first appeared on Sidewalk Advocates for Life .

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Pro-abortion Democrats’ “temporary” redistricting plan for Virginia creates 10 seats for them and only 1 for pro-life Republicans

Pro-abortion Democrats’ “temporary” redistricting plan for Virginia creates 10 seats for them and only 1 for pro-life Republicans The post Pro-abortion Democrats’ “temporary” redistricting plan for Virginia creates 10 seats for them and only 1 for pro-life Republicans appeared first on Virginia Society for Human Life .

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The Votes are In: Spring Chalk Day’s 2026 Winners!

Spring National Pro-Life Chalk Day is a wrap! On Tuesday, March 17, the nationwide Pro-Life Gen took to the sidewalks to chalk the TRUTH about abortion. The real reward for young activists was starting conversations, getting people thinking critically about abortion, and maybe even encouraging passing moms in crisis to choose Life. But, for added fun, we made it a ... Read More The post The Votes are In: Spring Chalk Day’s 2026 Winners! appeared first on Students for Life of America .

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7 Former Abortionist Quotes That Might Change Your Perspective

Nearly 3,000 abortions occur each day in the United States. Although we often hear stories from women who experience the pain of abortion, we tend to forget about who else is in the room. Behind each abortion is a doctor, nurse, or assistant who helped make it happen. These former abortionist quotes offer a rare […] The post 7 Former Abortionist Quotes That Might Change Your Perspective appeared first on Save the Storks .

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