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Trump Should Make Birth—Not IVF—Free

Patrick T. Brown

Donald Trump knows that abortion is a political weakness for him this election year, particularly among female voters. His recently-announced proposal to…

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Compact Magazine / September 2, 2024

It’s Time for a Bonus, Baby

Patrick T. Brown

A Trump-Vance administration should unabashedly support new parents.

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American Compass / August 27, 2024

How Did ‘Roe’ Fall?

Patrick T. Brown

Two books explore how the landmark decision was overturned—and what might have been.

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The Dispatch / August 24, 2024

Building Blocks for Childcare Reform

Patrick T. Brown

Families need resources and options, not an overengineered subsidizing of demand.

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American Compass / August 14, 2024

Tenth Anniversary of Robin William’s Death is a Reminder of Abortion Sorrow

Mary FioRito

The anniversary of Williams’ tragic death offers a moment for the pro-life community to reflect on abortion’s impact on men.

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Cincinnati Right to Life / August 10, 2024

The GOP Ticket Goes Soft on Chemical Abortion

Alexandra DeSanctis

Pro-life leaders refuse to hold the line as Trump and Vance indicate support for the majority of abortions.

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National Review Online / August 7, 2024

Silver Linings Playbook

Patrick T. Brown

The Right has changed since 2015. America has, too, in ways that challenge conservatives to update their rhetoric.

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American Compass / July 22, 2024

Abortion Pill Reversal

EPPC

Chemical abortions now account for nearly two-thirds of all abortions annually, according to the most recent estimates.[i] These abortions are approved…

Defending Life after Dobbs / July 18, 2024

Psychological Effects of Chemical Abortion

EPPC

There is no evidence that abortion helps women’s mental health and plenty of evidence that many women suffer negative mental-health…

Defending Life after Dobbs / July 18, 2024

Women Deserve to Know They Can Reverse In-Progress Chemical Abortions

Alexandra DeSanctis

Abortion pill reversal is a potent reminder to those who profit from abortion that, if given the option, many pregnant mothers want assistance that will help them choose life.

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Public Discourse / June 24, 2024

The Bookshelf: Old Voices and New Alliances

Patrick T. Brown

Conservatives will need to identify ways of applying core principles in ways that avoid falling into sheer revanchism.

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Public Discourse / June 20, 2024

Two Years After Dobbs

Patrick T. Brown

In June 2022, the Supreme Court handed down its decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, correctly finding that…

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PDF / June 20, 2024