Saluting the Veterans of the Pro-Life Movement

By Maria Gallagher, Legislative Director
Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation 


After a weekend of honoring our nation's military veterans, it seems appropriate to recognize those veterans that have also served with honor in the pro-life movement.

I think of people such as Congressman Scott Perry, who began his military career in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. He went on to serve in the Iraq War, earning a Bronze Star.

In both the state legislature and in Congress, Perry has shown a courageous dedication to protecting the lives of the most vulnerable among us--especially preborn children and their mothers.

I also think of J.J. Hanson, the former Marine who now fights a noble campaign against doctor-prescribed suicide as head of the Patients Rights Action Fund. In battling an aggressive brain tumor, Hanson has shown his mettle and his determination to fight for life.

And I am reminded of the Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation, Michael Ciccocioppo, who served 21 years before retiring from the U.S. Air Force. The former military hospital administrator each day demonstrates a passionate commitment to protecting the sanctity of innocent human life. His steadfast and unwavering service is a source of inspiration for not only his staff, but for the many pro-life volunteers throughout the Commonwealth.

So, if you have time this week, send a note of thanks to a military veteran who is now dedicated to saving lives through the pro-life movement. These veterans deserve our heartfelt thanks and support for their valiant missions on behalf of the cause of life.

 

The Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation, Inc., is committed to promoting the dignity and value of human life from conception to natural death and to restoring legal protection for preborn children. Through legislation, political action, education and other legal means, we proclaim the truth about abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia.  For more information or to find out how you can become involved, please use this link.