Author: Maria Gallagher

Pennsylvania’s pro-abortion forces  push for taxpayer funded abortion

By Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation Emboldened by a one-seat majority in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, pro-abortion Democrats are pushing for taxpayer funding of abortion in the Keystone State. State Representative Melissa Shusterman (D-Chester County) has introduced a package of bills designed to initiate large-scale public abortion funding in PA. Taxpayer …

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The pro-life movement is the shining light ever present in the pro-death darkness

By Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation A radio talk show host once asked me how the pro-life movement was faring across the country. A few days later, a pro-life advocate who has been in the trenches for quite some time asked me the same question. I responded “fantastic!” and noted how energetic …

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#AbortionAlwaysWins is just one more lie from an industry that makes its money from trauma and pain

By Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation It was one of those hashtags I will never forget. As I was scrolling through my Twitter feed, I saw that the abortion industry had tweeted #AbortionAlwaysWins . In the tradition of the “Shout Your Abortion” campaign, this hashtag’s boast, I believe, masks a profound amount …

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Remy, his adopted brother, was the answer to Kaiden’s prayer for a baby brother every single night for a year

By Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation The photo is impossible to miss—a baby boy, happily looking up at the camera, a broad smile on his face. The border around the picture is in the shape of a heart—a symbol of the love that surrounds him. Baby Remy is one of the adorable …

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Keen interest in Tuesday’s primary elections in Pennsylvania

By Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative/PAC Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation If the calls we have been receiving at our Political Action Committee are any indication, interest is quite high in Tuesday’s primary election in Pennsylvania. Even though it is an off-year election, voters appear to be quite engaged this go-around. For instance, the outcome of the …

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The right to life is won one heart, one person at a time

By Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation I was reminded recently of how one single human life can change the world. I received word on Facebook that the father of a childhood friend had died. He was a long-time restauranteur who was a beloved member of his community. His generosity and devotion to …

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This Mother’s Day, I salute my mother and all the women who, through their motherhood, have made the world a more compassionate place

By Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation I keep a photo on my desk at work—a timeless reminder of the family in which I was raised. It was taken at my Aunt Mary’s house—and it was one of the rare times my mother made it into the picture. After all, she was usually …

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With each pregnant woman Morning Star serves, a bit more love is added to the world 

By Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation I was intrigued from the start. A distinguished-looking woman stood in front of our church congregation, gaining our attention. She came to share the miracles that had occurred at Morning Star, a pregnancy resource center in Pennsylvania. She came bearing astounding news—609 precious babies had been …

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Telling a woman her pregnancy “will be the most incredible journey of your life” offers a wonderful reassurance

By Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation The most incredible journey of your life! That’s what a cable news host said a co-anchor should prepare for, when she announced her pregnancy on nationwide television this week. And isn’t it the truth? The path to parenthood is filled with twists and turns—more than you …

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Planned Parenthood invades Lancaster, PA best known as a sanctuary for the Amish population

By Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation The advent of abortions in Lancaster, Pennsylvania demonstrates the abortion industry’s relentless drive to expand abortion in the Commonwealth. This bucolic community, best known as a sanctuary for the Amish population and a lovely tourist attraction, is now home to a Planned Parenthood that advertises chemical …

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There is something inherently beautiful about babies that just melts a person’s heart

By Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation I recently acquired a photo that has brought me a great deal of joy which I am eager to share with other people. The picture is a close-up of a delightful young baby boy, grinning from ear to ear. I have saved the photo on my …

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The truth about abortion and euthanasia compels us to work toward a civilization of love, where every life is cherished and protected

By Maria V. Gallagher, Legislative Director, Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation I did not grow up thinking I would become a pro-life advocate. During my childhood, I considered occupations ranging from hairstylist (my grandfather was a barber) to judge (I watched a lot of law-and-order TV shows). I was also captivated by the idea of becoming a …

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