On the recordJanuary 19, 2022
Later this week, tens of thousands of Americans will travel to D.C. to take part in the 48th March for Life. They will not be alone. Across the country, Americans will march to their State capitals in protest of the Roe v. Wade decision. This march is a celebration of life. It is a march full of joy. It is inspiring, it is peaceful, and it is welcoming to all who wish to attend. Today, it continues to be the largest annual human rights demonstration in the world. The goal is simple, to celebrate life with the hope that one day we live in a world where every life is celebrated, valued, and protected. This year's theme is equality begins in the womb. As Jeanne Mancini, president of the March of Life said best, ``As our country continues to advance along the path to a more just society, we cannot ignore the discrimination that is taking place against vulnerable unborn babies. . . . '' In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson penned three unalienable rights, life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. As Members of Congress, it is our job to uphold those rights. Since coming to Congress in 2009, I am proud to be a strong proponent of standing for life and giving a voice to the voiceless. Many of my colleagues have introduced legislation to advance the pro- life cause.…
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