Listing the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution as a significant “first” is a farce. This is not to take away from the significance of freedom of the press or freedom of speech. I am referring to the order in which the amendments are recorded. In the book, In God We Trust: How the Supreme Court’s First…
Every January, the pro-life movement is recognized during the famous March for Life in Washington D.C. where thousands peacefully march in support. This is the centerpiece of what most pro-life groups plan year-round. During my 20-plus years managing the promotion of the pro-life message, I’ve been able to observe and organize creative messaging throughout the year, surrounding leading…
When it comes to legal cases or controversies, so many verdicts arise from the court of opinion first. Social media, broadcast media, newspapers, websites – these platforms spread information rapidly and make determinations before courts have delivered final decisions. This includes legal journals, law reviews, trade media in the legal industry, and even legal analytics…
For years, abortion proponents have attempted to undermine the life-affirming work of pregnancy centers through weaponized communication tactics. Pregnancy centers are dedicated to providing pregnant women with the resources they need to feel confident about carrying to term, and this makes them a frequent target of abortion advocates. Groups like #ExposeFakeClinics, for example, will smear…
According to the Washington Post, “The coronavirus is a flimsy excuse to ban abortion,” while Fox News reports, “Pro-life leaders scrutinize WHO funding amid support for abortion during COVID-19 outbreak.” How are those who call themselves pro-life advocates supposed to create messages that will transcend the current pandemic? A pro-life mission does not sway based on…
Last year, The New York Times featured an article, ‘Fetal Heartbeat’ vs. ‘Forced Pregnancy’: The Language Wars of the Abortion Debate. For people who have a heart for the unborn, the words they choose are important for protecting women and saving their babies. Even though they want to help, sometimes they can express anger and…
While I was watching the president’s recent State of the Union address, I couldn’t help but think there was a subliminal pro-wrestling match going on between Donald Trump and Nancy Pelosi. Their disdain for each other, which has been described all over the media (Sheryl Gay Stolberg in the New York Times says, “He declined…
Did God forget His people on the most sacred day of the Christian calendar? The news flooded the world that churches in Sri Lanka’s Negombo, Batticaloa and Colombo’s Kochchikade districts were targeted during Easter services with bombings. To the non-Christian, this could beg the question: If God is so good, why would He allow such…
Live Action has launched a documentary series highlighting allegations that Planned Parenthood protects sexual abusers. This important series is just the latest evidence that Planned Parenthood affiliates nationwide regularly cover up sexual abuse — including the sexual abuse of minors. The series has spread like wildfire among pro-life outlets. However, it has gotten little coverage in outlets outside…
When the White House asks for a favor, it’s best to think carefully before you take action. Paul Schwartzman reported in the Washington Post that President Trump requested a Vincent van Gogh painting to put in his private living quarters at the White House. What the museum offered was a piece of art that was more functional,…
