When I was first told about the youth column here at The Interim, I thought this was my chance to pick up my pen and let the creative juices flow. But as I sat there, paper on desk, pen in hand, no inspiration came to me. What could I possibly have to write about? I come from a pretty simple family. I [...]
WASHINGTON - U.S. President Bill Clinton October 10 vetoed legislation to ban partial-birth abortions, setting the stage for an attempted override by the Republican-controlled Congress. It was the second time Clinton has vetoed legislation to ban the late-term abortion procedure. He said in his veto message he was vetoing the bill because Congress failed to make an exception to protect women’s health. [...]
In his classic study, The Nazi Doctors, Robert J. Lifton states that “five identifiable steps” led directly to Auschwitz, and the mass murder of millions, Jews and others. The first, and crucial step, was “compulsory sterilization” of the “criminally insane” and of other people considered “genetically inferior.” It is important to note, however, that programs of coercive sterilization were neither begun by [...]
Just when we thought that the pornographic “artists” had gone as far as they could go, new twists come along. In 1995 the Vancouver Art Gallery displayed two enormous identical prints depicting Pope John Paul’s bust, in a jar of urine supplied by the so-called artist, Andrew Serrano. These two prints framed a display of Goya’s war etchings, and the accompanying explanations [...]
Ontario’s provincial Family Coalition Party has a new leader as it marks its 10th anniversary. Giuseppe Gori, a self-employed computer consultant with experience in computer communications and software development, was named to the leadership during the party’s recent annual convention in Hamilton. He takes over from Don Pennell, who has led the party since its inception in 1987. Mr. Gori worked with [...]
The president of Canadian Nurses for Life believes the financial crisis in provincial health funding underscores the need for legislation protecting health workers from participating in objectionable medical practices. Mary Lyn McPherson said provincial downsizing, which has resulted in hospitals consolidating abortion services on obstetrical or medical units, presents new dangers to health care workers. “Canadian nurses have been disciplined, and fired, [...]
In life, Jerome Lejeune may have found little peace as a pro-life scientist and geneticist. But one thing is certain - he is finding little peace in death. Incredible press stories out of France during Pope John Paul II’s visit to that country this summer described Lejeune as “an anti-abortion militant credited with being the driving force behind violent protests in France.” [...]
Brightly-hued and tastefully designed, Harriet Notten’s quilts are symbolic of her commitment to the pro-life issue. Each square linking to another, like the continuity of the life chains that she has organized. Warm and soft to the touch, like Notten’s approach to expectant mothers. “I hope they save babies. I hope each one is a baby,” she says, sitting in the warmth [...]
Canada’s pro-life community suffered the loss of a strong voice in Parliament with the October 1 resignation of Reform MP Sharon Hayes (Port Moody-Coquitlam). Described by Campaign Life Coalition as “an outstanding defender of life and family in Parliament and in international affairs,” Hayes resigned to spend more time with her husband Douglas, who took ill last spring. Mr. Hayes suffered a [...]
BURLINGTON, Ont. - The Halton Pro-Life office has put the finishing touches on a project to erect a right-to-life billboard at a high-traffic intersection of the southwest Ontario city. The billboard features a photo of in-utero child on a black background with the words “This is a child, not a choice. There are positive alternatives to abortion.” The 20 x 10 foot [...]
U.S. President Bill Clinton, who broke new ground in “style over substance” politics, has again vetoed a ban on the gruesome partial-birth abortion procedure. The president attempted to obscure his motives by suggesting that partial-birth abortion is needed in “... the small number of compelling cases where use of this procedure is necessary to avoid serious health consequences.” Although the possibility exists [...]
It is difficult to comprehend the alarm bells and hand-wringing with which some quarters greeted news of the massive Promise Keepers rally in Washington, D.C. For those unfamiliar with Promise Keepers, it is basically a movement for men to make a renewed commitment to their wives, their children and their families. Promise Keepers pledge to love and honor their wives and to [...]
OTTAWA - In the shadow of the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill they gathered. Some 60 pro-lifers of all ages, men, women and children from across Ontario assembled in Ottawa September 22 in what has become known as the Show the Truth Tour. The group gathered in silence to show returning Members of Parliament visual signs of the abortion holocaust. Organizers admit [...]
Remember O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known, that anyone who fled to your protection, employed your help, or sought your intercession, was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly to you O Virgin of Virgins, my mother. To you I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my [...]
A man of tremendous courage is how most people in the pro-life community will remember Joseph Bennett of Toronto. Although Mr. Bennett died in June, his strong faith and his support of pro-life objective continue to inspire those who knew him. He was 73 years old. Mr. Bennett developed skin cancer over 30 years ago, and despite years of hardship, discomfort and [...]