Category: California

USD Protesters Shout ‘Get a Vasectomy ‘ During Kristan Hawkins Speaking Tour
Caroline Wharton | November 12, 2021
The pro-abortion bullying saga at the University of San Diego continues, as a “silent” protest against Kristan Hawkins’ The Future is Anti-Abortion speaking tour was anything but silent and peaceful. Protesters held obscene signs, insulted pro-lifers, screamed mantras, and refused to converse. And yes, USD is a Catholic university. In the weeks leading up to Hawkins’ presentation at USD,

Despite Protests, Kristan Hawkins Will Address University of San Diego on ‘The Future is Anti-Abortion’ Speaking Tour
Kristi Hamrick | November 10, 2021
DESPITE PROTESTS, KRISTAN HAWKINS WILL ADDRESS UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO ON ‘THE FUTURE IS ANTI-ABORTION’ SPEAKING TOUR, UNPACKING STRATEGY FOR POST-ROE & POST-DOBBS AMERICA “Despite efforts by the mainstream media and Big Tech to keep pro-life conversations out of the mainstream, the anti-abortion position is more popular today than ever,” said Students for Life of America president Kristan Hawkins. “As the

SFLA President Prepares for More Backlash at Catholic University of San Diego
Caroline Wharton | November 9, 2021
There is a real problem today with Catholic and other faith-based schools failing to pass the torch of faith (or even respect for faith) to the next generation. Instead, students are allowed run rampant on doctrinal issues, bring anti-faith values to religious institutions, and bully people who hold religious beliefs. Lately, this tragedy has been highlighted when pro-life speakers

Anti-Catholic Bias on Catholic Campuses? Say It Isn’t so!
Caroline Wharton | October 29, 2021
There is a real problem today with Catholic and other faith-based schools failing to pass the torch of faith (or even respect for faith) to the next generation. Instead, students are allowed run rampant on doctrinal issues, bring anti-faith values to religious institutions, and bully people who hold religious beliefs. Lately, this tragedy has been highlighted when pro-life speakers

Students for Life Action Engages in the Ground Game for the Future of California; Targets 7 Counties & Major Cities with a Vote Pro-Life First Message
Kristi Hamrick | September 13, 2021
“Abortion is on the ballot in California for the first time in years, as Gov. Newsom tries to celebrate the lives lost during his administration as a truly pathetic ‘accomplishment.’ But the issue of abortion is being discussed,” said Students for Life Action President Kristan Hawkins. “Win or lose, a conversation about abortion in California long overdue.” MEDIA

Can Abortion Save Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Flagging Campaign?
Kristan Hawkins | September 9, 2021
Original opinion editorial by SFLA’s Kristan Hawkins & Jordan Brittain posted at Newsweek As the NFL season begins and the California recall election nears, Governor Gavin Newsom seems to be launching his own fantasy team, deploying abortion as a political football in the hopes of getting Californians to the polls on Tuesday, September 14. Disillusionment with Newsom hit critical mass during the

Massive Pro-Life Gathering in California Signals Hope for State’s Future
Brenna Lewis | September 8, 2021
On August 25, 2021, the official March for Life® organization along with the California Family Council kicked off the first annual California March for Life® event outside the capitol in Sacramento. We #marchforlife! pic.twitter.com/i6yq5uRrTg — March for Life (@March_for_Life) August 25, 2021 I was fortunate to speak among several other great pro-life speakers including Jeanne Mancini, the president of March for Life®, Kristin Turner, the

Rallying for Faith & Life in Los Angeles
Brenna Lewis | June 22, 2021
The Fight for Faith & Life Rally in Los Angeles last Wednesday was a huge success! Having only a few days to rally the troops and put everything together, I really did not know what to expect. But the pro-life people of Southern California did not disappoint. Thanks to the help of the wonderful Catherine Contreras, founder of Vox Vitae

SFLA Fellow Established a $500 Scholarship for Pregnant & Parenting Students
Mary Briganti | June 15, 2021
Johnny Lane, an SFLA Wilberforce Fellow, political science major, and student leader of Students for Life at California State University Fullerton, established a $500 scholarship for pregnant and parenting students on campus. Johnny collaborated with a local chapter of the Knights of Columbus and Kolbe Charity group to raise the funds for the scholarship. “I wanted to do this

Fresno Student Who Chose Life Walks Graduation with Daughter
Brenna Lewis | May 24, 2021
Walking through campus during undergrad at Fresno State, Jessica came across the Fresno State Students for Life table. The student group had various literature on abortion and life-affirming support along with 12-week-old fetal models. Jessica thought the fetal models were very cute and asked if she could take one home with her. About two weeks later, she found out
