In mid-July we launched our survey of non-traditional pro-lifers. Respondents described their religious views and whether they’ve always opposed abortion. Those who haven’t always opposed abortion elaborated on what changed their minds. Below is a selection of those answers from people who described themselves as “atheist” or “agnostic.” You can also see many similar answers […]
Pro-lifers are stereotyped as older religious (Christian) conservative straight white men. And while we want older Christian conservative straight white men to be pro-life, we know that these six characteristics are ill-fitting descriptions of millions of the people who oppose abortion. We describe these groups as the “non-traditional” pro-lifers. Sometimes non-traditional pro-lifers have a tenuous […]
Pro-lifers are stereotyped as older religious (Christian) conservative straight white men. Much of this stereotype is reinforced externally by pro-choicers as well as major cultural institutions (e.g. media, Hollywood). Often pro-choicers try to draw rigid tribal lines and use them to sidestep actual debate (“no uterus, no opinion,” “stop pushing your religion on everyone,” etc). […]
We asked our supporters on social media: “An atheist in a very pro-choice community wants to start being more upfront with her friends about her pro-life views. We have many thoughts on this process, but would also like to open it up to our followers. For those of you who have gone through this, what’s […]
Ah, online debating. Sometimes it’s a great way to strong-man the opposition, change hearts and minds, and even spare someone from death by abortion. And other times, you’re rudely insulted and asked how many rape-conceived babies with Down Syndrome trapped in a burning IVF lab have YOU adopted, HUH???!? It can get a little exhausting. […]
We asked our followers on social media: You’re getting a drink with a newish friend. A politician in your state recently proposed a heartbeat bill, and your friend mentions it. He says “I can’t believe people think it’s a good idea to let the government interfere in our lives like this.” How do you respond? […]
We asked our followers on social media: “It’s your lunch break and you’re the only one in the break room when a coworker joins you. She starts telling you how she had a fight with her mom last night about abortion. She says ‘To be an anti-choice woman? You’d really have to hate yourself.’ How […]
We asked our followers on social media: “If you were suddenly in charge of the pro-life movement, what would you do?” Here are a few of the top responses. Smokey M.: “Invest in advertising. Some people may not speak up because they think they are alone. Some people may not know there is another option. […]
We asked our followers on social media: “You’re debating abortion with a stranger online when he says ‘Well, I wish I’d been aborted.’ How do you respond?” Here are a few of the top responses, lightly edited for clarity: Beth S.: “I felt that way when my depression was at its worst. I stopped feeling […]
We asked our social media followers about their pro-life new year’s resolutions. Here are a few of our favorite responses for your inspiration! Sarah L.: “Help out pregnant moms in my area, whether by donating maternity clothes, baby stuff, etc., or being there to support them or help with questions.” Becca R.: “Spread more awareness […]
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