Is Donald Trump Helping or Hurting the Pro-Life Movement? | with Scott Klusendorf
Apr 12, 2024
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Leading pro-life expert Scott Klusendorf joins the show to analyze Donald Trump's statements on abortion. They discuss the pro-life movement's challenges, strategies for messaging, societal issues, deceptive tactics of pro-abortionists, and the impact of judicial appointees on abortion laws.
Pro-life advocates need to address incremental change and political dynamics to uphold the sanctity of life.
Understanding the religious and philosophical dimensions of abortion is crucial in navigating the pro-choice and pro-life debate.
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The Debate on Truth and Faith: Critical Examination of Skepticism
Questioning the existence of truth and the impact of faith in making decisions is explored in this podcast episode. The discussion delves into the concept of truth, faith, and how skepticism challenges beliefs, particularly in Christianity. The importance of critical examination and the need to understand the foundations of one's beliefs are highlighted throughout the conversation.
Former President Trump's Statements on Abortion: Analyzing the Impact and Reactions
Former President Trump's remarks regarding abortion and IVF in Alabama are dissected in this episode. The discussion addresses his stance on abortion rights, the role of the Republican Party in supporting the right to life, and the implications of state-led decisions on abortion legislation. The episode delves into the complexities of political calculations and societal views on abortion.
Pro-Life Advocacy Strategies: Incrementalism and Political Challenges
The episode explores the strategies employed by the pro-life movement, specifically focusing on incrementalism and the challenges within the political landscape. The debate over incremental change versus a complete ban on abortion is examined, highlighting the importance of saving lives while upholding the principle of protecting all unborn children. The discussion also delves into the political dynamics of abortion legislation and the implications of state versus federal decisions.
Metaphysical Perspectives on Abortion: Religious and Ethical Considerations
The conversation delves into the metaphysical and ethical dimensions of abortion, addressing the religious and philosophical underpinnings of the pro-choice and pro-life arguments. The episode explores the moral questions surrounding the value of human life, the imposition of moral positions, and the philosophical anthropology that shapes perspectives on abortion. The clash of religious and ethical viewpoints in the abortion debate is scrutinized within the context of fundamental rights and moral stances.
What are we to make of Donald Trump’s recent statements on abortion? Are pro-life Americans winning or losing the battle to protect the rights of unborn children? What is the way forward?
This week, author of 'The Case for Life' and leading pro-life expert, Scott Klusendorf, joins Frank to analyze and unpack former president Trump's statements regarding abortion and why it has created concern among pro-life advocates. During the episode, Frank and Scott will answer questions like:
Why has the pro-life movement consistently lost the vote of the American public and what can pro-lifers do to win the upcoming referendums?
What underlying issues may be motivating Trump to not seek a ban on abortion? Is he really pro-life?
Is the “will of the people” our standard?
What should pro-life politicians say? How can they avoid tripping over the "what about" arguments against abortion?
What about race and incest?
Why do pro-abortion people falsely claim that women who suffer miscarriages or require surgery for ectopic pregnancies be jailed if abortion is outlawed in certain states?
Is the pro-life view inherently religious?
Are we trying to establish a theocracy?
Later in the episode, Frank and Scott will examine the concept of incrementalism and how it was used historically to fight slavery in the West. This eye-opening conversation will equip you to defend the sanctity of life as Scott exposes some of the weaknesses in the popular "pro-choice" arguments and explains some of the nuances and strategies needed to push the pro-life agenda forward politically.
Interested in becoming a pro-life apologist yourself? Sign up for Scott's SELF-PACED online course 'How to Convince People to be Pro-Life' (or wait for the PREMIUM version of the course launching this August!) and tune-in next week for Part 2 of this highly engaging discussion.
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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Watch the Case for Life video: CaseForLife.com
Scott's Book: The Case for Life
Scott's Course: How to Convince People to Be Pro-Life (The Ethics of Abortion)
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