Dear John,
I can't think of a more formative experience in my life than working with Congressman Henry Hyde to protect human life. As the first Staff Director of the House Pro-life Caucus, it was part of my job description to do so. To watch him in every debate go toe-to-toe with the most vehement proponents of the Culture of Death in American politics – with civility and intellectual depth – was a lesson in political integrity and statesmanship
Henry Hyde fought hard, with passion – and his opponents respected him. He had everything we are searching for in our elected officials today. He was an authentic human being and Member of Congress – witnessing fearless humility in defense of life. If there was ever a "Godfather" of the pro-life movement, it was Henry Hyde.
One of his legacies is the Hyde Amendment, made into law in the face of intense opposition, which has prevented any Medicaid funding of elective abortions for thirty three years.
Now, many supporters of the current health care legislation designed to bring about the greatest increase in abortions since Roe v. Wade dare to claim that they are innocent of the federal funding of abortion because of the Hyde Amendment.
Sometimes, laughter dispels doubts better than any other method. And Henry Hyde had a great sense of humor!
That is why the SBA List created this video.
We need the truth to get out there. They say that humor can carry a message far. Encourage your friends and family to watch this video. We cannot allow our opponents to muddy the waters.
For Life,
Marjorie Dannenfelser
President, Susan B. Anthony List
www.sba-list.org
