Many of you have heard that someone shot and killed late term abortionist George Tiller this morning. Already bloggers on the left are using the incident to assail organizations such as Operation Rescue who have conducted protests at Tiller's clinic. Operation Rescue in no way condones killing. I have linked to an article "Operation Rescue - A Biblical Look". It explains the Movement begun by Randall Terry. Here is a quote from the article:
"In the minds of many, the greatest battle confronting the church today is overturning the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision that has legalized the murder of millions of unborn babies. As the church confronts this situation, Christians must make sure that not only what they want is Biblical, but that the way they go about it is also Biblical. In the process of achieving a goal that glorifies God, we must not dishonor God by the tactics we use." Visit:
Operation Rescue - A Biblical Look:
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Sotomayor-La Raza link questions spread
"Questions over the fact that President Obama's Supreme Court nominee, Sonia Sotomayor, claims membership in La Raza, which has promoted driver's licenses for illegal aliens, amnesty programs and no immigration law enforcement by state and local police, are spreading, with both CNN and MSNBC featuring discussion of the issue with a severe critic of illegal immigration.
WND reported earlier this week when it was confirmed the American Bar Association listed La Raza, which means 'the Race,' as one of the groups in which Sotomayor is a member." Visit:Sotomayor-La Raza link questions spread:
WND reported earlier this week when it was confirmed the American Bar Association listed La Raza, which means 'the Race,' as one of the groups in which Sotomayor is a member." Visit:Sotomayor-La Raza link questions spread:
Duped at Notre Dame Dr. Paul Kengor
Clearly the best analysis I've read of Obama's visit to Notre Dame, sorry I didn't find this sooner:
"For a long time in America, the Religious Left, Catholics and Protestants alike, have been duped, played like fiddles. It happened again at Notre Dame yesterday.
President Barack Obama received an honorary degree amid a firestorm of controversy generated by his unprecedented extremism on abortion--an issue where he stands further to the left than any president in history, and in crystal-clear opposition to core Catholic Church social-moral teaching. Not one to back down, Obama addressed the matter head on at Notre Dame, feeding the faithful the left's standard abortion canard. He explained that he wants to 'reduce the number of women seeking abortions.'
This should have elicited gasps from an educated audience. After all, one of Obama's first acts as president--on January 23, the day after the annual March for Life in Washington--was signing the Mexico City policy. That means that groups like International Planned Parenthood will be subsidized with taxpayer dollars to perform and promote abortion overseas--to vigorously push for legalization" Visit:
Duped at Notre Dame:
"For a long time in America, the Religious Left, Catholics and Protestants alike, have been duped, played like fiddles. It happened again at Notre Dame yesterday.
President Barack Obama received an honorary degree amid a firestorm of controversy generated by his unprecedented extremism on abortion--an issue where he stands further to the left than any president in history, and in crystal-clear opposition to core Catholic Church social-moral teaching. Not one to back down, Obama addressed the matter head on at Notre Dame, feeding the faithful the left's standard abortion canard. He explained that he wants to 'reduce the number of women seeking abortions.'
This should have elicited gasps from an educated audience. After all, one of Obama's first acts as president--on January 23, the day after the annual March for Life in Washington--was signing the Mexico City policy. That means that groups like International Planned Parenthood will be subsidized with taxpayer dollars to perform and promote abortion overseas--to vigorously push for legalization" Visit:
Duped at Notre Dame:
Sonia Sotomayor: The 'Empathy' Nominee
"In a speech published in the Berkeley La Raza Law Journal in 2002, Judge Sotomayor offered her own interpretation of this jurisprudence. 'Justice [Sandra Day] O'Connor has often been cited as saying that a wise old man and wise old woman will reach the same conclusion in deciding cases,' she declared. 'I am . . . not so sure that I agree with the statement. First, . . . there can never be a universal definition of wise. Second, I would hope that a wise Latina woman with the richness of her experiences would more often than not reach a better conclusion than a white male who hasn't lived that life.'" Visit:
Sonia Sotomayor: The 'Empathy' Nominee:
Sonia Sotomayor: The 'Empathy' Nominee:
Friday, May 29, 2009
The U.S. Constitution: Living, Breathing Document or Dead Letter?
"Liberals and progressives believe that the Constitution is a living, breathing document that should evolve with the times. They want Supreme Court justices to be flexible in interpreting the Constitution and adapting 18th-century language to 21st-century applications. Conservatives, on the other hand, are said to believe in “the original intent” of the Constitution. They oppose Supreme Court justices’ creative interpretations of the Constitution.
It is unfortunate that the fundamental difference in constitutional philosophy—what used to be called “loose construction” (favoring expanded government powers) vs. “strict construction” (favoring limited government powers)—has been cast in these terms." Visit:
The U.S. Constitution: Living, Breathing Document or Dead Letter?:
It is unfortunate that the fundamental difference in constitutional philosophy—what used to be called “loose construction” (favoring expanded government powers) vs. “strict construction” (favoring limited government powers)—has been cast in these terms." Visit:
The U.S. Constitution: Living, Breathing Document or Dead Letter?:
Limited Options for Dealing with North Korea
Limited Options for Dealing with North Korea: "Within one week, North Korea detonated a nuclear device, restarted its nuclear-production facilities, fired a half dozen or so short-range missiles into the Sea of Japan, and abrogated the 1953 truce that ended fighting along the 38th parallel. The Kim Jong Il regime took this final step after the South Korean government announced it was joining the Proliferation Security Initiative involving 90 nations committed to stopping the maritime shipping of banned nuclear goods."
Don't be Fooled About Sotomayor's Position on Abortion
Operation Rescue has posted a clip of Barack Obama's talk before a Planned Parenthood audience reminding them of his opposition to Justices Roberts and Alito. WE HAVE NO REASON TO BELIEVE OBAMA HAS SOFTENED HIS POSITION ON ABORTION! The vast majority of Obama's appointments are pro-abortion. Operation rescue has produced this You-Tube video to remind pro-lifers not to be fooled by Sotomayor's decisions relating to abortion.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Baby Faith Dies at 93 Days – Doctors Had Pressured Mother to Abort Anencephalic Daughter
"MONCTON, May 27, 2009 (LifeSiteNews.com) – Myah Walker has described the time from her daughter’s birth up until this past Saturday, May 23, as the “best 93 days of my life.” Faith Hope Walker, the baby about whom LifeSiteNews had previously reported, passed away peacefully this weekend in the arms of her mother, a 23 year-old student living in Moncton, New Brunswick." Visit:
Baby Faith Dies at 93 Days – Doctors Had Pressured Mother to Abort Anencephalic Daughter:
Baby Faith Dies at 93 Days – Doctors Had Pressured Mother to Abort Anencephalic Daughter:
Thirteenth Mexican State Passes Pro-Life Constitutional Amendment with Overwhelming Majority
"SAN LUIS POTOSI, MEXICO, May 26, 2009 (LifeSiteNews.com) - The Mexican state of San Luis Potosi has passed a pro-life amendment to its constitution by an overwhelming majority of 21-4, with two abstentions, becoming the 13th state in recent months to do so.
The amendment reads: 'The State of San Luis Potosi recognizes human life as fundamental for all human rights, for which reason it is respected and protected from the moment of its initiation in conception.'" Visit:
Thirteenth Mexican State Passes Pro-Life Constitutional Amendment with Overwhelming Majority:
The amendment reads: 'The State of San Luis Potosi recognizes human life as fundamental for all human rights, for which reason it is respected and protected from the moment of its initiation in conception.'" Visit:
Thirteenth Mexican State Passes Pro-Life Constitutional Amendment with Overwhelming Majority:
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Americans United for Life :: USSC Potentials_ Sonia Sotomayer
Americans United for Life on Sonia Sotomayer
"The Honorable Sonia Sotomayor, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
Despite 17 years on the bench, Judge Sotomayor has never directly decided whether a law regulating abortion was constitutional. She has, however, decided a few cases that indirectly implicate abortion rights." Visit:
Americans United for Life :: USSC Potentials:
"The Honorable Sonia Sotomayor, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
Despite 17 years on the bench, Judge Sotomayor has never directly decided whether a law regulating abortion was constitutional. She has, however, decided a few cases that indirectly implicate abortion rights." Visit:
Americans United for Life :: USSC Potentials:
Thursday, May 21, 2009
May 19th Pennsylvania Primary Election Results for Judicial Races
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of State website has posted unofficial totals the for the 2009 Pennsylvania Primary Judicial races. Vote totals for the following races were posted on Wed. May 20 with 99.09% of precincts reporting. Justice of the PA Supreme Court, Judge of the PA Superior Court and Judge of the Commonwealth Court totals follow:
Commonwealth of PA - Elections Information- Pennsylvania SupremeCourt
"Justice of the Supreme Court"
Democratic Primary
Candidate * * * * * * * * *Votes * * *Percent
PANELLA, JACK (DEM) - --- 529,727 - - 100.0%
Republican Primary
Candidate * * * * * * * * *Votes * * *Percent
ORIE MELVIN, JOAN (REP) ---303,224-- - 54.9%
PANEPINTO, PAUL P. (REP)- - 98,856 - - 17.9%
ALLEN, CHERYL LYNN (REP) - -150,689 - -27.3%"
Note: All of these candidates for Supreme Court were recommended by the
Pennnsylvania Pro-Life federation PAC
Visit:Commonwealth of PA - Elections Information:
Democratic Primary
Candidate * * * * * * * * *Votes * * *Percent
PANELLA, JACK (DEM) - --- 529,727 - - 100.0%
Republican Primary
Candidate * * * * * * * * *Votes * * *Percent
ORIE MELVIN, JOAN (REP) ---303,224-- - 54.9%
PANEPINTO, PAUL P. (REP)- - 98,856 - - 17.9%
ALLEN, CHERYL LYNN (REP) - -150,689 - -27.3%"
Note: All of these candidates for Supreme Court were recommended by the
Pennnsylvania Pro-Life federation PAC
Visit:Commonwealth of PA - Elections Information:
Commonwealth of PA - Elections Information
"PA Superior Court (elect 3)
Democratic Primary
Candidate ********************Votes**************Percent
PATRICK, PAULA (DEM)_____232,230__________15.3%
MUNLEY, TOM (DEM________206,074___________13.6%
LAZARUS, ANNE E. (DEM)_____290,557_________19.1%
YOUNGE, JOHN (DEM)________187,278__________12.3%
MCCARTHY, KEVIN FRANCIS(DEM)__292,928_______19.3%
COLVILLE, ROBERT J. (DEM)_____308,870________20.4%
Paula Patrick and Tom Munley were recommended by the
Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation PAC
Republican Primary
Candidates******************Votes************Percent
OLSON, JUDY (REP)_________404,424__________37.2%
MUNDY, SALLIE (REP)_______364,391__________33.5%
SMITH, TEMP (REP)_________318,602__________29.3%"
Olson, Mundy and Smith were all recommended by the
Pennsylvania Pro-L:ife Federation PAC
Visit: Commonwealth of PA - Elections Information:
Democratic Primary
Candidate ********************Votes**************Percent
PATRICK, PAULA (DEM)_____232,230__________15.3%
MUNLEY, TOM (DEM________206,074___________13.6%
LAZARUS, ANNE E. (DEM)_____290,557_________19.1%
YOUNGE, JOHN (DEM)________187,278__________12.3%
MCCARTHY, KEVIN FRANCIS(DEM)__292,928_______19.3%
COLVILLE, ROBERT J. (DEM)_____308,870________20.4%
Paula Patrick and Tom Munley were recommended by the
Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation PAC
Republican Primary
Candidates******************Votes************Percent
OLSON, JUDY (REP)_________404,424__________37.2%
MUNDY, SALLIE (REP)_______364,391__________33.5%
SMITH, TEMP (REP)_________318,602__________29.3%"
Olson, Mundy and Smith were all recommended by the
Pennsylvania Pro-L:ife Federation PAC
Visit: Commonwealth of PA - Elections Information:
Commonwealth of PA - Elections Information
Judge of the Commonwealth Court
Democratic Primary
Candidate**********************Vote***********Percent
JUDSON, LINDA S.(DEM)__________225,462________21.4%
ERNSBERGER,BARBARA BEHREND(DEM)_229,818_______21.9%
LYNN, JIMMY (DEM)______________159,932________15.2%
POLLOCK, STEPHEN G.(DEM)_______141,239________13.4%
SHERMAN, MICHAEL D.(DEM)_______156,451________14.9%
BRICMONT, DANIEL K. (DEM)_________138,941__________13.2%
Jimmy Lynn was recommended by the
Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation PAC
Republican Primary
Candidate*********************Votes****************Percent
FRIONI, AL (REP)____________227,312__________27.6%
MCCULLOUGH, PATRICIA A.(REP)__306,482________37.2%
BROBSON, KEVIN (REP)__________289,763________35.2%"
Frioni, McColloough and Cullen were all recommended by the
Pennsylvlania Pro-Life Federation PAC
Visit: Commonwealth of PA - Elections Information: "Judge of the Commonwealth Court"
Democratic Primary
Candidate**********************Vote***********Percent
JUDSON, LINDA S.(DEM)__________225,462________21.4%
ERNSBERGER,BARBARA BEHREND(DEM)_229,818_______21.9%
LYNN, JIMMY (DEM)______________159,932________15.2%
POLLOCK, STEPHEN G.(DEM)_______141,239________13.4%
SHERMAN, MICHAEL D.(DEM)_______156,451________14.9%
BRICMONT, DANIEL K. (DEM)_________138,941__________13.2%
Jimmy Lynn was recommended by the
Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation PAC
Republican Primary
Candidate*********************Votes****************Percent
FRIONI, AL (REP)____________227,312__________27.6%
MCCULLOUGH, PATRICIA A.(REP)__306,482________37.2%
BROBSON, KEVIN (REP)__________289,763________35.2%"
Frioni, McColloough and Cullen were all recommended by the
Pennsylvlania Pro-Life Federation PAC
Visit: Commonwealth of PA - Elections Information: "Judge of the Commonwealth Court"
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
America at the Rubicon
"America at the Rubicon-For the past 40 years – roughly the period of time that Democrats have been an unserious confederacy – Republicans have grown used to a certain smallness in chief executives from the opposition party. Jimmy Carter gave us a sense of malaise. With Bill Clinton, it was a kind of repellent amusement. All things considered, it was hard to feel too threatened when there was a through-the-looking-glass quality to the man in the Oval Office.
Not so Barack Obama. Talk to conservatives throughout America and you’ll hear two emotions: fear and sadness. Fear because many believe that the president’s agenda represents an inflection point in the nation’s history. Sadness because there is a lingering suspicion that once down this road we can never turn back." Visit:
America at the Rubicon:
Not so Barack Obama. Talk to conservatives throughout America and you’ll hear two emotions: fear and sadness. Fear because many believe that the president’s agenda represents an inflection point in the nation’s history. Sadness because there is a lingering suspicion that once down this road we can never turn back." Visit:
America at the Rubicon:
Monday, May 18, 2009
Pennsylvania Primary Election May 19, 2009
The Primary Election day is Tuesday, May 19 (tomorrow). Only registered Democrats and Republicans may vote for candidates in their respective parties in this election. The following pro-life recommendations are for Statewide Judges by the Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation PAC:
Recommended for PA Supreme Court (Elect 1)
Republican Party Voters: Joan Orie Melvin; Paul Panepinto; Cheryl Lynn Allen
Democratic Party Voters: Jack Panella
Recommended for PA Superior Court (Elect 3)
Republican Party Voters: Judy Olson; Sallie Mundy; Temp Smith
Democratic Party Voters: Paula Patrick; Tom Munley
Recommended for PA Commonwealth Court (Elect 3)
Republican Party Voters: Al Frioni; Patricia McCullough, Kevin Brobson
Democratic Party Voters: Jimmy Lynn
Voting for prolife judges is extremely important.
Recommended for PA Supreme Court (Elect 1)
Republican Party Voters: Joan Orie Melvin; Paul Panepinto; Cheryl Lynn Allen
Democratic Party Voters: Jack Panella
Recommended for PA Superior Court (Elect 3)
Republican Party Voters: Judy Olson; Sallie Mundy; Temp Smith
Democratic Party Voters: Paula Patrick; Tom Munley
Recommended for PA Commonwealth Court (Elect 3)
Republican Party Voters: Al Frioni; Patricia McCullough, Kevin Brobson
Democratic Party Voters: Jimmy Lynn
Voting for prolife judges is extremely important.
Notre Dame: Obama's Remarks Don't Match His Policies
"WASHINGTON, May 18 /Christian Newswire/ -- In response to yesterday's Commencement address by President Obama at the University of Notre Dame, Susan B. Anthony List President Marjorie Dannenfelser offered the following statement:
'At Notre Dame, President Obama spoke of respecting the consciences of those Americans who are morally opposed to the tragedy of abortion. Yet his most recent budget proposal to Congress fails to respect the consciences of taxpayers who are morally opposed to funding the destruction of human life,' said Dannenfelser. 'Further, in working and advocating to fully fund abortions, the President undermines his own purported goal of reducing the 'need' for abortion.'"Visit: Notre Dame: Obama's Remarks Don't Match His Policies:
'At Notre Dame, President Obama spoke of respecting the consciences of those Americans who are morally opposed to the tragedy of abortion. Yet his most recent budget proposal to Congress fails to respect the consciences of taxpayers who are morally opposed to funding the destruction of human life,' said Dannenfelser. 'Further, in working and advocating to fully fund abortions, the President undermines his own purported goal of reducing the 'need' for abortion.'"Visit: Notre Dame: Obama's Remarks Don't Match His Policies:
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Amid Protests, Obama Calls for 'Open Hearts, Open Minds' in Commencement Address at the University of Notre Dame - washingtonpost.com
"Hundreds of anti-abortion protesters gathered outside the gates of the university as Obama spoke, waving signs and chanting protests. Police arrested several people. Back in Washington, Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele said it was 'inappropriate' for Notre Dame to give Obama an honorary degree" Visit:
Amid Protests, Obama Calls for 'Open Hearts, Open Minds' in Commencement Address at the University of Notre Dame - washingtonpost.com:
Amid Protests, Obama Calls for 'Open Hearts, Open Minds' in Commencement Address at the University of Notre Dame - washingtonpost.com:
Irish Rover - Notre Dame Student Paper- Mary Ann Glendon
I think it is important to recall those who stood for life today.
This issue of the Irish Rover, a Notre Dame student newspaper has an interesting article about Mary Ann Glendon who refused The Laetare Medal due to the Obama Invitation to speak and be Honored at Notre Dame today.
At one time an image of former U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican
Mary Ann Glendon was proudly displayed on the Notre Dame
website. Early on Monday, April 27, however,Glendon faxed a letter to President
Fr. Jenkins, notifying him that she had changed her mind and would now decline
to receive the Laetare Medal, presented by Notre Dame since 1883.
The Laetare Medal is the highest honor awarded to Catholics in the United States Visit:
Irish Rover - Notre Dame Student Paper
This issue of the Irish Rover, a Notre Dame student newspaper has an interesting article about Mary Ann Glendon who refused The Laetare Medal due to the Obama Invitation to speak and be Honored at Notre Dame today.
At one time an image of former U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican
Mary Ann Glendon was proudly displayed on the Notre Dame
website. Early on Monday, April 27, however,Glendon faxed a letter to President
Fr. Jenkins, notifying him that she had changed her mind and would now decline
to receive the Laetare Medal, presented by Notre Dame since 1883.
The Laetare Medal is the highest honor awarded to Catholics in the United States Visit:
Irish Rover - Notre Dame Student Paper
Pending Obama visit sparks protests at Notre Dame
Pending Obama visit sparks protests at Notre Dame: "Bishop John D'Arcy, whose Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend includes the Notre Dame campus, helped students protesting Obama's visit kick off an all-night prayer vigil Saturday night. D'Arcy led them in prayer at the campus' grotto for more than 20 minutes and praised their plan to protest Obama's visit." Over 100 people attended. Visit:
Pending Obama visit sparks protests at Notre Dame:
Pending Obama visit sparks protests at Notre Dame:
Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark issued a press release on April 1, 2009"Statement of The Most Reverend John J. Myers,Archbishop of Newark,
On Notre Dame University’s Decision to Host and Honor President Obama at its Commencement Ceremony
"It pained me to hear that one of the symbols of Catholic education in our nation, Notre Dame University, had extended an invitation to President Obama to speak at its commencement.
Not all people believe what the Church teaches, and in our society today we sometimes must work on issues of importance with people who do not agree with us on the primacy of the sanctity and dignity of life -- a moral issue on which there can be no compromise.
When we extend honors to people who do not share our respect and reverence for life in all stages, and give them a prominent stage in our parishes, schools and other institutions, we unfortunately create the perception that we endorse their public positions on these issues. We cannot justify such actions, and the Bishops have stated so clearly and strongly.
If the president of Notre Dame University truly wishes to show that his institution is rooted in Catholic teaching and tradition and committed to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, he must underscore this message at commencement plainly and clearly, and invite everyone to embrace an immutable and all-inclusive reverence for life."
On Notre Dame University’s Decision to Host and Honor President Obama at its Commencement Ceremony
"It pained me to hear that one of the symbols of Catholic education in our nation, Notre Dame University, had extended an invitation to President Obama to speak at its commencement.
Not all people believe what the Church teaches, and in our society today we sometimes must work on issues of importance with people who do not agree with us on the primacy of the sanctity and dignity of life -- a moral issue on which there can be no compromise.
When we extend honors to people who do not share our respect and reverence for life in all stages, and give them a prominent stage in our parishes, schools and other institutions, we unfortunately create the perception that we endorse their public positions on these issues. We cannot justify such actions, and the Bishops have stated so clearly and strongly.
If the president of Notre Dame University truly wishes to show that his institution is rooted in Catholic teaching and tradition and committed to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, he must underscore this message at commencement plainly and clearly, and invite everyone to embrace an immutable and all-inclusive reverence for life."
Controversy Awaits Obama At Notre Dame | Political Hotsheet - CBS News
CBS News covers the Obama Visit to Notre Dame:
"His visit has rallied anti-abortion rights activists who say the Catholic university should not have invited a president who favors abortion rights to speak at such an event, nor confer on to him an honorary degree.
The Catholic Church condemns abortion.
On Saturday, dozens, and at times perhaps 100 demonstrators, lined the sidewalks at the gates of university, holding anti-abortion rights signs. Nineteen were arrested for trespassing onto university property. None of the people taken into custody were students." Visit:
Controversy Awaits Obama At Notre Dame | Political Hotsheet - CBS News:
"His visit has rallied anti-abortion rights activists who say the Catholic university should not have invited a president who favors abortion rights to speak at such an event, nor confer on to him an honorary degree.
The Catholic Church condemns abortion.
On Saturday, dozens, and at times perhaps 100 demonstrators, lined the sidewalks at the gates of university, holding anti-abortion rights signs. Nineteen were arrested for trespassing onto university property. None of the people taken into custody were students." Visit:
Controversy Awaits Obama At Notre Dame | Political Hotsheet - CBS News:
Saturday, May 16, 2009
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