Category: California
Despite Protests, Kristan Hawkins Will Address University of San Diego on ‘The Future is Anti-Abortion’ Speaking Tour
Kristi Hamrick | November 10, 2021
DESPITE PROTESTS, KRISTAN HAWKINS WILL ADDRESS UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO ON ‘THE FUTURE IS ANTI-ABORTION’ SPEAKING TOUR, UNPACKING STRATEGY FOR POST-ROE & POST-DOBBS AMERICA “Despite efforts by the mainstream media and Big Tech to keep pro-life conversations out of the mainstream, the anti-abortion position is more popular today than ever,” said Students for Life of America president Kristan Hawkins. “As the
SFLA President Prepares for More Backlash at Catholic University of San Diego
Caroline Wharton | November 9, 2021
There is a real problem today with Catholic and other faith-based schools failing to pass the torch of faith (or even respect for faith) to the next generation. Instead, students are allowed run rampant on doctrinal issues, bring anti-faith values to religious institutions, and bully people who hold religious beliefs. Lately, this tragedy has been highlighted when pro-life speakers
Anti-Catholic Bias on Catholic Campuses? Say It Isn’t so!
Caroline Wharton | October 29, 2021
There is a real problem today with Catholic and other faith-based schools failing to pass the torch of faith (or even respect for faith) to the next generation. Instead, students are allowed run rampant on doctrinal issues, bring anti-faith values to religious institutions, and bully people who hold religious beliefs. Lately, this tragedy has been highlighted when pro-life speakers
Students for Life Action Engages in the Ground Game for the Future of California; Targets 7 Counties & Major Cities with a Vote Pro-Life First Message
Kristi Hamrick | September 13, 2021
“Abortion is on the ballot in California for the first time in years, as Gov. Newsom tries to celebrate the lives lost during his administration as a truly pathetic ‘accomplishment.’ But the issue of abortion is being discussed,” said Students for Life Action President Kristan Hawkins. “Win or lose, a conversation about abortion in California long overdue.” MEDIA
Can Abortion Save Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Flagging Campaign?
Kristan Hawkins | September 9, 2021
Original opinion editorial by SFLA’s Kristan Hawkins & Jordan Brittain posted at Newsweek As the NFL season begins and the California recall election nears, Governor Gavin Newsom seems to be launching his own fantasy team, deploying abortion as a political football in the hopes of getting Californians to the polls on Tuesday, September 14. Disillusionment with Newsom hit critical mass during the
Massive Pro-Life Gathering in California Signals Hope for State’s Future
Brenna Lewis | September 8, 2021
On August 25, 2021, the official March for Life® organization along with the California Family Council kicked off the first annual California March for Life® event outside the capitol in Sacramento. We #marchforlife! pic.twitter.com/i6yq5uRrTg — March for Life (@March_for_Life) August 25, 2021 I was fortunate to speak among several other great pro-life speakers including Jeanne Mancini, the president of March for Life®, Kristin Turner, the
Rallying for Faith & Life in Los Angeles
Brenna Lewis | June 22, 2021
The Fight for Faith & Life Rally in Los Angeles last Wednesday was a huge success! Having only a few days to rally the troops and put everything together, I really did not know what to expect. But the pro-life people of Southern California did not disappoint. Thanks to the help of the wonderful Catherine Contreras, founder of Vox Vitae
SFLA Fellow Established a $500 Scholarship for Pregnant & Parenting Students
Mary Briganti | June 15, 2021
Johnny Lane, an SFLA Wilberforce Fellow, political science major, and student leader of Students for Life at California State University Fullerton, established a $500 scholarship for pregnant and parenting students on campus. Johnny collaborated with a local chapter of the Knights of Columbus and Kolbe Charity group to raise the funds for the scholarship. “I wanted to do this
Fresno Student Who Chose Life Walks Graduation with Daughter
Brenna Lewis | May 24, 2021
Walking through campus during undergrad at Fresno State, Jessica came across the Fresno State Students for Life table. The student group had various literature on abortion and life-affirming support along with 12-week-old fetal models. Jessica thought the fetal models were very cute and asked if she could take one home with her. About two weeks later, she found out
Pro-Choice Student Approaches Pro-Life Tabling Event, Says “I Eat Babies for Breakfast”
Brenna Lewis | May 19, 2021
Guest post by Kathryn Schneider, President of Del Norte Students for Life in San Diego, CA In mid-April, our group tabled at our school’s “Club Rush” so that our peers could learn more about our club. We hoped to gain new members and start conversations about the pro-life movement. While we did gain a few members and some encouragement,