Disclaimer: The linked items below or the websites at which they are located do not necessarily represent the views of The Illinois Federation for Right to Life. They are presented only for your information.
Obama's New Budget for DC Allows Taxpayer Funding for Abortions
President Obama has issued a budget recommendation for the 2010 fiscal year that would ease the restrictions on taxpayer funds for abortions in Washington D.C., a change that has drawn criticism from pro-life organizations across the nation. Unlike other U.S. states and territories, the budget for the District of Colu
Click here for the full article.
Missouri Judge Clears Proposal on Abortion, Cloning Funds
A Missouri judge has cleared the path for a constitutional amendment banning public money from going to abortion and human cloning to appear on the 2010 ballot. Supporters of the proposal challenged the secretary of state's ballot summary as biased, while critics objected to the state auditor's cost estimate. Opponents said the original petition was not properly drafted and shouldn't have been allowed to proceed.
Click here for the full article.
ACLU of Florida Releasing Guide to 'Help Pregnant Teens Sidestep Parents'
The American Civil Liberties Union of Florida is releasing a guide to teach pregnant teenagers their legal options and rights. ''The Legal Guide for Pregnant Teens in Florida'' includes information on legal aspects of abortion, adoption and raising children. Other topics include getting public assistance for housing, health insurance and how to get an immigration status change. Brandon Hensler, director of communications for the ACLU of Florida, said the publication is the first of its type.
Click here for the full article.
MTV Greenlights Season Two of Hit Series '16 & Pregnant'
Reflecting on one of the most controversial and thought-provoking topics, MTV President of Programming Tony DiSanto announced today that after only 3 episodes aired, the network is picking up a second season of the captivating series "16 and Pregnant." The open discussion will provide a platform to address the controversial topics that were shown in season one: birth control, adoption, abortion, marriage, religion, gossip, finances, high school graduation and employment.
Click here for the full article.
