Reproductive Rights: We must reframe the issue

Reproductive Rights: We must reframe the issue Abortion should not be the primary issue in a debate concerning th “The debate should not be about the ability to end a pregnancy. The debate should be razor focused on the right to privacy in making reproductive choices. Abortion is a small part of a much larger picture of personal autonomy and decisions based on medical need.” C.Dianne Phillips, 11/11/2011

The Violence of Rape and the War on the Dignity of the Human Person

I am reminded of this as we endure the misogyny and sexism of 2017. If you don't respect women, how can you respect life? If you don't respect those living in poverty, how can you respect life? If only the life of the unborn, the white, Christian male, and the rich are valued, then how … Continue reading The Violence of Rape and the War on the Dignity of the Human Person

Abortion, “Which side do you choose?” Addressing the incongruity between christian values and women’s rights

Abortion, "Which side do you choose?"    Addressing the incongruity between christian values and civil rights/women's rights WE all choose LIFE.  Our methods for achieving this goal may be different, but the goal is still the same. Abortion, as a medical procedure, is not the question or the answer.   We are all on the … Continue reading Abortion, “Which side do you choose?” Addressing the incongruity between christian values and women’s rights