Abortion in the United States

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Crowds at the March for Life in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 27, 2017.

Reflections on the March for Life

Feb 7, 2017

Two weeks ago, America witnessed a historic event. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Washington, D.C. for the 44th... Read more

US Capitol.

This proposed law would protect doctors who object to abortion

Feb 6, 2017

By Matt Hadro

A bill that would protect health care providers’ freedom to opt-out of abortion mandates they find objectionable has once again... Read more

U.S. Capitol, Senate side, public domain.

Senate bill would move women's health funding away from Planned Parenthood

Feb 4, 2017

A new bill introduced in the U.S. Senate would re-allocate women’s health care funding away from controversial abortion provider Planned... Read more

What the pro-life movement can learn from Planned Parenthood

Feb 2, 2017

By Matt Hadro

Planned Parenthood is the nation’s largest abortion chain – but rather than dismissing it, pregnancy help centers may be able... Read more

Judge Neil Gorsuch delivers brief remarks after being nominated by U.S. President Donald Trump to the Supreme Court, Jan. 31, 2017.

Supreme Court pick wins applause from religious freedom advocates

Feb 1, 2017

By Matt Hadro

Pro-life leaders and religious freedom advocates hailed President Trump’s choice of Neil Gorsuch to fill the Supreme Court vacancy on... Read more

Cardinal Joseph Tobin speaks to CNA on Jan. 31, 2017.

Cardinal Tobin praises Trump admin on pro-life stance, criticizes on immigration

Jan 31, 2017

By Elise Harris

In the first days of U.S. president Donald Trump’s administration, Cardinal Joseph Tobin of Newark said he has seen encouragement... Read more

This Swedish midwife says she was denied work for being pro-life

Jan 28, 2017

A Swedish midwife who objects to abortion because of her Christian beliefs is appealing to a labor tribunal after being... Read more

Pope Francis at the general audience in St. Peter's Square, Oct. 5, 2016.

Pope Francis offers prayers, sends greetings to March for Life

Jan 27, 2017

Pope Francis offered his greeting to participants at the 2017 March for Life in Washington, D.C., assuring them of his... Read more

Vice President Mike Pence addresses the Pro-Life Rally at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., Jan. 27, 2017.

Pence to pro-lifers: Win hearts with compassion and love

Jan 27, 2017

By Matt Hadro

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence urged pro-lifers to win over hearts with gentleness and compassion at the 2017 March for... Read more

Cardinal Timothy Dolan. Archdiocese of Boston via Flickr CC BY ND 2.0.

Cardinal Dolan: Abortion undermines everyone's human rights

Jan 26, 2017

By Matt Hadro

In a culture where abortion is prevalent, no one’s rights are safe, Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York insisted at... Read more

When it comes to choosing abortion, just one person can tip the scales

Jan 26, 2017

By Adelaide Mena, Matt Hadro

Just one decision can have a major effect on future generations, pro-life activists told a group of young people at... Read more

Vice President Mike Pence.

Vice President Mike Pence will speak at the March for Life

Jan 26, 2017

Weeks of speculation were confirmed on Thursday, when the White House verified that Vice President Mike Pence will speak at... Read more

U.S. Capitol Building.

US House votes to permanently ban federal abortion funding

Jan 24, 2017

By Matt Hadro

The U.S. House of Representatives passed its first major pro-life bill of the new year on Tuesday, one which would... Read more

At Planned Parenthood, 'women's health' often does not include prenatal care

Jan 24, 2017

By Matt Hadro

Scalding new charges from a pro-life investigative group say that despite Planned Parenthood’s claims to be a premier women’s health... Read more

Donald Trump.

President Trump restores pro-life Mexico City Policy

Jan 23, 2017

On Monday, President Donald Trump reinstated the Mexico City Policy, an international pro-life regulation that is generally seen as an... Read more

Does defunding Planned Parenthood really threaten women's health?

Jan 18, 2017

By Matt Hadro

Congressional plans to strip Planned Parenthood of federal dollars have gained considerable media attention in recent weeks, leading to speculation... Read more

Doctor.

'Conscience in Residency' project supports doctors in training

Jan 18, 2017

When it came time for medical student Ashley Stone to apply to OB/GYN residency programs, she was determined to remain... Read more

Baby in parent's arms.

EWTN to launch new weekly pro-life show

Jan 17, 2017

By CNA Staff

On the eve of this year’s March for Life in Washington, D.C., EWTN Global Catholic Network will launch a new... Read more

Pope Francis at the general audience in St. Peter's Square April 13, 2016.

Pope Francis: having an abortion to keep your figure is a big problem

Jan 11, 2017

By Elise Harris

On Wednesday Pope Francis issued strong words against worshipping idols, cautioning against the false hope that beauty, wealth and power... Read more

Planned Parenthood conned millions from public health programs, report suggests

Jan 7, 2017

By Matt Hadro

Audits showing Planned Parenthood’s alleged misuse of federal funds are further proof that the organization should be barred from receiving... Read more