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The March for Life supports the motion to proceed on the 2015 repeal bill, which would repeal the Affordable Care Act, popularly known as Obamacare. The language from the 2015 repeal bill would prohibit tax dollars from going to abortion providers, and it would end the Obamacare tax scheme that allows taxpayer funds to pay directly for insurance plans that cover abortions. Should the motion fail, and the Senate then proceeds to the Better Care Act, the March for Life’s statement is as follows:

“March for Life Action applauds the work of the Administration, the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate in their efforts to ensure pro-life protections are included in the Better Care Reconciliation Act of 2017. We praise the major pro-life victories within the bill, including the creation of the Stability Fund with pro-life protections and very significantly, redirecting taxpayer funding away from organizations that provide abortions to federally qualified health centers.

Yet, we have concerns. It is unfortunate that pro-life protections on the refundable tax credit portion of the bill will not survive the procedural requirements of the reconciliation process, thus resulting in the continuation of one of the most harmful abortion-related aspects of Obamacare. We urge the Congress and the Administration to do all they can to include these pro-life protections in future legislation.

We are grateful to the Congress and the Administration for the pro-life advances that are included in this bill. Our message will remain the same – abortion is not health care. We have worked from that principle in this healthcare debate and are committed to doing so in the future.”

– Tom McClusky, President March for Life Action

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“In wake of today’s announcement, our hearts go out to Connie Yates and Chris Gard, the courageous parents of little Charlie Gard. Connie and Chris were forced to make the agonizing decision to end the legal battle for Charlie’s life, after this court-instigated eight-month process prevented him from receiving the life-affirming treatment he rightly deserved. It is our hope that Charlie’s family know that the global outpouring of love and support exhibited during his fight remains as steadfast ever as they say goodbye to their son. We continue to stand with Charlie, and with those just like him around the world, in hopes that no parent ever be denied the right to choose the gift of life for their child again.”

– Jeanne Mancini, March for Life President

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Can you believe that the 2018 March for Life is only six months away?

As we are preparing for what will be the 45^th annual March for Life, we want to give you an opportunity to take part in our efforts.

For a donation of $10 or more, we will send you an “I march for life” bumper sticker. We have a limited supply, so don’t delay!

>>>> Click here or the image below to get your bumper sticker.

This “I march for life” bumper sticker will give you an opportunity to declare that you are part of the cause that marches for the most important issue – the right to life.

>>>> These are also great for displaying on notebooks, laptops, and tablets! Get yours HERE!

I think back to the first March for Life in 1974. Nellie Gray and other committed pro-life individuals in Washington, D.C. did not want the first anniversary of Roe v. Wade to go by without remembering the devastating consequences of abortion – and taking the opportunity to pressure Congress to take legislative action.

We have made much progress since then, but we still have a long way to go to build a culture of life and change our laws.

That’s why we will keep marching until abortion becomes unthinkable.

We hope you’ll consider making a gift of $10 or more to support this cause and to demonstrate your support for the March for Life.

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Today marks exactly 6 months until the 2018 March for Life!

Whether you have started planning – or not – we want to provide you with our first download for next year– a 2018 March for Life flyer!

>>>> Click HERE to download the 2018 March for Life Flyer.

You can post this flyer at school, in your church, at civic clubs, or use as an insert in church bulletins, or youth group and young adult newsletters. It can even be used as a graphic to share on social media.

Keep an eye out for our 2018 Trip Planner, which will be available soon, in addition to other resources.

Also, registration for the 2018 Rose Dinner, Conference, and Youth Rally will open in early September.

Stay tuned for these updates and more!

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“Charlie Gard’s medical condition is heart-breaking but the situation has been significantly worsened because his parents have not been able to, in the words of Pope Francis, “treat and accompany” their little baby as they wish. As the court reconsiders this case, we hope and pray that the Judge will make the right decision and allow Charlie’s parents, Connie Yates and Chris Gard, to seek alternative medical treatment on behalf of their child. Every life is a gift, including Charlie’s, and we continue to hope and pray for a miracle of healing as well as freedom for his loving parents care for their son in the way they deem best.”

– Jeanne Mancini, March for Life President

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Over the weekend, the Washington Post Magazine published a piece entitled, “I Could Use My Voice,” featuring ten activists from a wide spectrum of issues.

They even included a pro-life advocate, our very own Jeanne Mancini, President of the March for Life!

In the piece, Jeanne is able to share some of the truths that drive her and our work at the March for Life:

“I believe that everybody has inherent human dignity, from conception to natural death. And each person has the right to live out their unique mission. I can’t think of a more important social justice cause.”

The full piece also includes a video montage of the activists, with a clip of Jeanne at the March for Life, proclaiming, “pro-life is pro-woman!

Reflecting on the contentiousness of the issue of abortion, Jeanne goes on to say, “But you can’t back down because of fear, or what people think, or your reputation. You have to do what you know in your heart is right. How can you not?”

What an inspiring reminder for each of us!

In this time of cultural division, we each must stand strong in the truth of our beliefs and in our work to build a culture of life.

>>>> Be sure to read the entire segment on March for Life President Jeanne Mancini HERE.

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Today we had the honor of hosting Maddi Runkles at our office for a Facebook Live conversation. During Maddi’s senior year of high school, this past year, she found herself facing an unexpected pregnancy, and in the midst of very challenging circumstances, she chose life.

We’re so grateful that she did, and she is expecting a baby boy in early September! We want to celebrate and honor her decision.

Watch the full conversation here:

As a concluding question, I asked Maddi, what advice she might have for someone watching who is also facing an unexpected pregnancy. Here is her inspiring response:

“It’s super cliche, but you can do it; it is worth it. Making the right choice is not always the easiest thing to do, but in the long run, it’s the best thing you can do.”

This is a very intimate and vulnerable topic, and we’re grateful for Maddi’s willingness to share. We want to reiterate her message of hope. Also, if anyone reading or watching this is facing an unexpected pregnancy, we would like to encourage you. There are many resources available and you can begin with checking out OptionLine.org.

Choosing life is empowering, and we hope you have seen how Maddi so beautifully embodies this.

So #blessed to have Maddi Runkles @March_for_Life today pic.twitter.com/9b2oPeMMgM

— Jeanne F. Mancini (@jeannemfl) July 10, 2017

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Earlier today, the March for Life joined forces with other pro-life groups to show their support for Charlie Gard, a terminally ill baby in the U.K. whose parents have been denied all option of further alternative care. In an effort to rally support and to urge the Great Ormand Street Hospital to release Charlie to his parents, the pro-life groups hosted a press conference and prayer session this afternoon.

Additionally, the March for Life launched a petition drive and social media campaign to urge the hospital to #LetCharlieLive and allow his parents to seek alternative medical options.

>>>> Click HERE to sign the petition.

Watch the video of the press conference below:

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:

Kate Bryan – kbryan@crcpublicrelations.com
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Phone: 703-683-5004

Campaign to kick-off with a press conference, petition, and social media push

Washington, D.C. – March for Life announced that they will join forces with other pro-life groups to show their support for Charlie Gard, a terminally ill baby in the U.K. whose parents have been denied all option of further alternative care. In an effort to rally support and to urge the Great Ormand Street Hospital to release Charlie to his parents, the pro-life groups will host a press conference and prayer this afternoon, as well as launch a petition drive and social media campaign to urge the hospital to #LetCharlieLive and allow his parents to seek alternative medical options.

“Every life is a gift and worth fighting for, and we plan to do everything in our power to be a voice and to protect the inherent dignity of little Charlie Gard.  Our hearts go out to the Gard family and we hope that their wishes for Charlie to be released and to seek alternative medical treatment will soon be respected,” said Jeanne Mancini, President of March for Life.

The press conference and prayer will be held today Thursday July 6^th, 2017 in the Murrow Room of the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. at 12PM ET, and will feature speakers from pro-life groups including March for Life, Susan B. Anthony List, Concerned Women for America, Americans United for Life, and Students for Life. More details below.

March for Life also launched a petition today urging the Great Ormand Street Hospital to allow the parents of Charlie Gard to seek alternative treatment for him elsewhere and to rally the pro-life community to stand with Charlie via social media, using the hashtags #LetCharlieLive and #CharlieGard. Samples below:

MEDIA ADVISORY

What: Press Conference and Prayer in Support of Charlie Gard

Where: Murrow Room, National Press Club 529 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20045

When: Thursday July 6^th at 12:00pm ET

Speakers include:

• Jeanne Mancini, President of March for Life
• Marjorie Dannenfelser, President of Susan B. Anthony List
• Penny Nance, CEO of Concerned Women for America
• Catherine Glenn Foster, President and CEO of Americans United for Life
• Tina Whittington, Executive Vice President, Students for Life of America

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