E30: The 2024 Presidential Candidates, Compromise and the Leadership the Pro-Life Movement Needs
Apr 27, 2023
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Discussing the importance of strong pro-life candidates in the 2024 elections, the impact of President Trump on the pro-life movement, and the uncertainty surrounding Larry Elder's commitment. Also explores purity in teenage dating relationships and maintaining a balance between work and personal life.
Nikki Haley's compromise on abortion is not acceptable, advocating for states' decisions; more contraception contributes to an abortion culture.
Larry Elder's stance on abortion as a presidential candidate remains uncertain, despite past promises to protect life.
Vivek Rump Swami, a new Republican candidate, expresses a pro-life position, but further development is needed on his stance.
Deep dives
Nikki Haley's Position on Abortion
Nikki Haley's position on abortion is weak. While she has signed pro-life legislation, she falls into the trap of advocating for the states to decide on abortion, which is a compromise that pro-lifers should not accept. She also mentions the need for more contraception, which is not a solution to abortion but rather contributes to an abortion culture.
Larry Elder's Position on Abortion
Larry Elder has not made abortion a central issue in his campaign. While he has made promises to protect life in the past and has been endorsed by Lila Rose in the California governor recall, it remains to be seen how he will prioritize the pro-life cause as a presidential candidate.
Vivek Rump Swami's Position on Abortion
Vivek Rump Swami, a new candidate in the Republican field, has expressed a pro-life stance. While he has been focusing on cultural issues such as the woke agenda, he has mentioned his pro-life position and we will have to wait and see how he develops his stance on the issue further.
The importance of defending the pro-life message
The podcast discusses the importance of effectively defending the pro-life message, especially in the face of attacks and opposition. It emphasizes the need for politicians and candidates to speak clearly and boldly about abortion and to not shy away from discussing when life begins or why children deserve protection. The podcast also highlights the significance of financial support for the pro-life movement to effectively counter the significant financial resources invested by the pro-abortion side.
The impact of pro-life laws and the role of leadership
The podcast explores the impact of pro-life laws, specifically focusing on states like Texas and Florida. It highlights the passage of the heartbeat ban in Texas and the support it garnered from a majority of Floridians, including a majority of Democrats. The discussion emphasizes that popular support for pro-life legislation is possible when coupled with strong and unapologetic leadership. The podcast encourages candidates to take a federal approach to protect pre-born children, citing the importance of the 14th Amendment's recognition of personhood from the moment of fertilization.
Today I discuss the 2024 candidates who have announced, their positions on abortion, and the leadership the pro-life movement needs to win. Plus we answer some mail bag questions!
The opinions expressed in the Lila Rose Podcast are in my personal capacity.