NYT Begrudgingly Provides Second Article on Gosnell Trial

The New York Times has provided a second article about the trial of Philadelphia abortionist Dr. Kermit Gosnell, though its title, “Online Furor Draws Press to Abortion Doctor’s Trial,” suggests they had better things to do. 18 Apr 2013

Rendell: 'Bureaucratic Incompetence' Led to Gosnell 'House of Horrors'

Former Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell (D) said on Monday that the reason abortionist Dr. Kermit Gosnell was able to keep his Philadelphia clinic open was because of “bureaucratic incompetence,” and not “political pressure.” 17 Apr 2013

Left's Gosnell Response: More Funding, Allow Later Abortions

Using “back-alley abortion” rhetoric popular in the Roe v. Wade years, Katha Pollitt of The Nation, argues that, had abortion been legal in Pennsylvania past 24 weeks, and had there been more Medicaid funding of abortions, so that “poor” and “immigrant” women did not have to use Gosnell’s clinic for their abortions, the “house of horrors” could have been prevented. 16 Apr 2013

MA Sen. Warren Praises Obama, No Mention of Victims at Presser

At a press conference on Tuesday morning regarding the Boston Marathon bombing, Sen. Elizabeth Warren did not mention the victims of the attacks or their families. Instead, she praised President Obama. 16 Apr 2013

Pope Francis Sends Encouragement to Boston Cardinal in Wake of Bombing

Vatican Radio released a telegram, sent by Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, on behalf of Pope Francis, to Cardinal Sean O’Malley, archbishop of Boston, concerning the bombing at the Boston Marathon on Monday. 16 Apr 2013

Politico: Dem Operatives Guide Newtown Families in Lobbying for Gun Control

A new Politico report illustrates how, in a short time, operatives of the Democrat Party have nurtured direct relationships with the families of victims of the Sandy Hook school shooting, resulting in the calculated exploitation of the tragic loss of loved ones to be used for political gain. 15 Apr 2013

Pro-Life Group Ousts Planned Parenthood From YMCA 'Girls Day' Conference With Email Campaign

Using a quickly-mobilized email campaign, a pro-life organization in Waco, Texas, succeeded in ousting Planned Parenthood as a featured presenter for "Girls Day" a YMCA educational program for girls of ages 9 and up. 14 Apr 2013

Pope Francis and the Reformation of the Priesthood

Only a month into his papacy, Pope Francis is sending clear messages that he intends to make changes in the Church. And, while much of the focus of necessary change, at least for the cardinals who elected him, has been on the inner workings of the Vatican Curia, the pope himself is also looking to restore the moral integrity of the Church's hierarchy, and, specifically, that of the priesthood. 13 Apr 2013

Sen. Blumenthal Defends Fundraising Off Newtown Shooting

Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) sent an email to his supporters on Thursday asking them for a contribution “in the wake of the horror of the December 14, 2012 massacre of 20 beautiful children and 6 dedicated educators.” 13 Apr 2013

Virginia Board of Health Considers Tighter Abortion Clinic Regs

The Virginia Board of Health met on Friday to decide whether to require abortion clinics to meet stricter hospital-style standards, part of an effort by a number of states to tighten abortion restrictions. 13 Apr 2013