Lost in much of the discussion of national and local elections is the issue of abortion. Abortion has claimed nearly 50 million American lives since the US Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision of 1973. As Catholics, we oppose abortion and any public policy which supports abortion. We support those who work to make every unborn child - made in the image and likeness of God - a welcomed child and a loved child. We also support public policy which opposes human cloning, euthanasia and embryo destruction for stem cell research.

The differences between McCain/Palin and Obama/Biden on abortion could not be more stark.  Senator Biden scandalizes our Faith by claiming he can remain true to the Catholic Faith while advocating for public policy supporting abortion and public financing of abortion. Senator Obama has cast radical, pro-abortion votes including a vote opposing the Illinois Born Alive Infant Protection Act (see www.jillstanek.com)!  Gov. Palin’s position on abortion is clear and concise.  She has lived her convictions.  She is thoroughly pro-life.  Senator McCain has also been a solid supporter of pro-life legislation although we disagree with him on embryonic stem cell research.  Senator McCain has indicated he will appoint Supreme Court Justices who respect life. 

We pledge to not vote for any politician - Catholic or otherwise - who supports abortion; especially as it relates to Supreme Court nominees, judicial rulings and federal and state legislation.  We ask our fellow citizens to consider this issue and vote to support their fellow unborn Americans and their mothers.