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RFK JR. SAYS HE WOULD CODIFY NATIONWIDE ‘RIGHT’ TO ABORTION IF ELECTED PRESIDENT: (LifeSiteNews) –
“Democrat environmental activist turned independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed Thursday he would sign a federal law codifying a nationwide ‘right’ to abortion, reminding pro-lifers considering him how much he still has in common with his former party. […] 'I would sign a federal law that guaranteed women have a right to choose. I think women should make the choice. I don’t think government should make the choice,' Robert F. Kennedy said.”
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TRUMP DECLINES TO ENDORSE A NATIONAL ABORTION BAN AND SAYS IT SHOULD BE LEFT TO THE
STATES:
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"Former President Donald Trump said he believes abortion limits should be left to the states, in a video released Monday declining to endorse a national ban after months of mixed messages and speculation.
'Many people have asked me what my position is on abortion and abortion rights,' Trump said in the video posted on his Truth Social site. 'My view is now that we have abortion where everybody wanted it from a legal standpoint, the states will determine by vote or legislation or perhaps both. And whatever they decide must be the law of the land — in this case, the law of the state.'"
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NEBRASKA STATE SENATOR LEAVES DEMOCRATIC PARTY AFTER BEING CENSURED FOR HIS CATHOLIC FAITH:
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“A life-long Democrat Nebraska State Senator has switched his party affiliation after the Democratic Party “punished” him for his pro-life views. During a press conference announcing his new membership in the Republican Party, Sen. Mike McDonnell said, ‘I asked the Democratic Party, Douglas County, to respect that I’m pro-life, that I’m a member of the Roman Catholic Church. My beliefs are based on that. Douglas County Democrats, instead of respecting it, decided to punish it,’ said McDonnell. ‘They said you cannot participate; you can’t be a delegate, we’re not going to share party resources.’”
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Editorial Note:
Last week's April 1, 2024, edition of the Monday Update included a link to donate to Pro-Life Wisconsin's Baby Box Fund. Pro-Life Wisconsin is not affiliated with Safe Haven Baby Boxes, Inc. of Woodburn, Indiana. Funds raised through our Baby Box Fund are used at the discretion of Pro-Life Wisconsin to grant donations to parties seeking funds for their own baby box projects. With questions contact Development Director Teresa Wolfe - 262-796-1111 X115, Teresa.W@ProLifeWI.org.
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PRO-LIFE WISCONSIN ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE 4TH ANNUAL MARCH FOR LIFE WISCONSIN
The 4th Annual March for Life Wisconsin will take place in Madison again this year on Saturday, June 15, from 1:30p.m.-3:30p.m. Join Pro-Life Wisconsin and fellow pro-lifers from around the state as we march to commemorate the Dobbs decision that ended Roe and continue to fight for the rights of all of God's children, born and preborn! There is no cost to attend but we ask that you register to help us anticipate numbers.
Want to bring a group to the March? Have questions about the event? Contact Lesley - 262-796-1111 X116, Lesley.C@ProLifeWI.org.
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PLEASE JOIN US IN THANKING OUR OUR SPRING SOCIAL SPONSORS!
Learn more about these pro-life partners by clicking on their picture to view their website.
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ANNUAL PRAYER CARD ART CONTEST CLOSES WEDNESDAY!
Children in grades 1-12 are eligible to participate in Pro-Life Wisconsin's annual Prayer Card Art Contest, and a winner will be chosen from each grade including one grand prize winner who will also receive $100!
Entries must be postmarked bythis Wednesday, April 10, 2024 to be entered into the contest. With questions, contact Lesley - 262-796-1111 X116, Lesley.C@ProLifeWI.org.
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PRO-LIFE WISCONSIN SEEKING A COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
Know someone who is passionately pro-life and looking for a career in communications? Pro-Life Wisconsin is hiring a Communications Director! We're looking for a candidate that is 100% pro-life, a team player, and able to communicate our 100% pro-life message effectively and professionally. View ad here.
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CHOOSE LIFE PLATES
SAVE LIVES, HELP WOMEN
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Since late October 2017, "Choose Life" license plates have been available to Wisconsin motorists, and every penny earned through the sale of the plates directly aids Wisconsin's incredible pregnancy resource centers and initiatives. Choose Life Wisconsin license plate sales have resulted in over $300,000 granted to Wisconsin pregnancy resource centers to date.
With a greater need to serve pregnant women in our state, please be a part of the mission to save lives and aid women, and get your Choose Life Wisconsin license plate today! For more information call Pro-Life Wisconsin at 262-796-1111 ext. 110. For a list of pregnancy resource centers in Wisconsin, visit CrisisPregnancies.org.
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40 Days for Life NEWS
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Milwaukee sidewalk counselors reported 6 babies saved from abortion this last week! Please pray for those who chose life, all who haven't chosen life, and prayerfully join us on the sidewalks.
Milwaukee 40 Days for Life Milwaukee and Sheboygan are "365" locations, meaning they continue their vigil year-round. Contact Milwaukee vigil leader September at september3t@yahoo.com or Sheboygan vigil leader Germaine at ggsouik@gmail.com for more information and to help save lives
year-round.
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Affiliate News and Announcements |
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About Our Affiliates
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Pro-Life Wisconsin's affiliates bring attention to the impact of abortion on Wisconsin's local communities through annual public, prayer-filled events.
Grassroots activism is at the heart of the pro-life movements efforts to build a culture of life. Real cultural change – the type of change that saves lives – will only happen neighbor to neighbor through a network of educated, caring and compassionate pro-lifers. That is what Pro-Life Wisconsin’s affiliate program is all about!
In addition, Pro-Life Wisconsin county affiliates participate promote Pro-Life Wisconsin’s speakers, provide local churches with pro-life materials and resources, participate in civic parades, host information tables and so much more!
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Looking for an affiliate in your area?
Contact Outreach Director Lesley at Lesley.C@ProLifeWI.org for more information and to get involved!
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Ongoing Affiliate Meetings/Activism
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CRAWFORD COUNTY (Life Guardians):
The Life Guardians pro-life group meets monthly in Boscobel. Email Heather at
heatherkramer79@gmail.com for more information or check out the Facebook page here.
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DANE COUNTY (Vigil for Life):
Vigil for Life uses its unique spiritual focus to build the culture of life in cooperation with other pro-life groups. Our "365 for Life" initiative brings peaceful witness and prayer to Madison's Planned Parenthood on a daily basis. For those wishing to sign up and pray with us outside of Planned Parenthood, please do so using this link. For
additional information, contact Gwen at (608) 393-8545 orinfo@vigilforlife.org.
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GREEN BAY (Pro-Life Green Bay):
Pro-Life Green Bay is an active pro-life ministry in Northeast Wisconsin and meets regularly throughout the year. For more information, email prolifegreenbay@gmail.com.
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LA CROSSE (La Crosse Life League):
We would like to see at least two people pray every day of the week outside Planned Parenthood (1201 Caledonia Street, La Crosse, WI 54603). If you can commit to this weekly prayer, please let Marie Allen know. We encourage people to pray in groups of two if possible. You may choose your own time, and sidewalk counseling and signs are optional. Pro-Life literature is available if anyone wishes to distribute it. Questions? Call Marie at 608-784-5189. Our next meeting is Tuesday, March 5, at 4:30 p.m. Contact Marie for address and details.
Ongoing events: 4th Thursdays from 4-5 p.m. Join us for a Pro-Life Prayer Hour in the Adoration Chapel at Blessed Sacrament Parish (130 Losey Blvd S, La Crosse, WI 54601).
Various times: Join us for prayer outside of Planned Parenthood, (1201 Caledonia Street, La Crosse, WI 54603) at 8:40 a.m. after the 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. James most Tuesdays and at 3:00 p.m. on Fridays. Call or text Marie at 608-799-9196 with questions.
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MILWAUKEE:
Join us every Tuesday at 6:00p.m. (rain or shine) to pray the Angelus followed by the Rosary in preparation for sins of ingratitude at the Fatima Shrine (141 N. 68th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53213).
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PRICE COUNTY:
Join Pro-Life Wisconsin Price County for our monthly meetings. We meet every second Tuesday at 6:00p.m. at First National Bank in Phillips (366 N. Lake Drive, Phillips, WI 54555). Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Patti McCormick at jandpmac6@gmail.com.
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WINNEBAGO COUNTY:
Please join us in prayer every first Monday of the month from 5:30p.m. - 6:30p.m. to exercise your First Amendment Free Speech rights in the public right of way (nearest to Marcus Cinema) in Oshkosh, near Planned Parenthood (3768 Koeller Street, Oshkosh, WI 54902). Bring your own sign or use one of ours! Contact Don Doro at 920-279-3496 or at ddurawa1@yahoo.com.
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WISCONSIN RAPIDS:
Please join us in prayer on the 2nd Monday of each month at 4:00p.m. along 8th Street near Planned Parenthood (1355 S. 8th Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494). Gather in the parking lot at 3:45p.m.
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PRO-LIFE WI PROMO VIDEO
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PREGNANCY
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If you find yourself facing a difficult or unexpected pregnancy, your local Pregnancy Resource Center is here to offer support. Pregnancy Resource Centers are committed to providing you with essential services on a free or low-cost
basis, including pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, medical exams, prenatal care, STD testing, and treatment. Staff at PRC’s listen and ensure that you are provided educational resources on topics such as parenting and adoption, and they provide services such as material assistance, sexual risk avoidance education, and post-abortion recovery support. Visit CrisisPregnancies.org.
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