A Mother’s Perspective on Life, Justice, and Perseverance
The day Roe v. Wade was overturned is one I will never forget.
On that rare occasion, I sat my daughters down in front of the television and asked them to watch a few minutes of the news with me. I told them that since I was in junior high school, I had prayed and worked for that moment.
I wanted them to understand that even when injustice feels overwhelming—or permanent—change is possible. I wanted them to look into my eyes and remember their mother saying, “Never give up.”
It is our duty to seek justice. I hope one day they will feel the deep gratitude that comes with helping to right a profound wrong. When innocent lives are at stake, we cannot afford to lose heart. Change comes through perseverance, faith, and hard work.
After 49 years, 5 months, and 2 days—and countless prayers—the rule of Roe v. Wade ended. It marked the defeat of a grave injustice, accomplished through the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. There is no constitutional right to abortion—there never truly was. The authority to legislate rightly belongs with the states, where it always should have been.
As the pro-life movement continues forward, we must remain committed to advocating for the defenseless and vulnerable among us. This includes the unborn, the elderly, the disabled, the victimized, and the terminally ill. Every human life is created in God’s image and worthy of dignity and protection.
I extend my sincere gratitude to all who kept the faith and labored tirelessly until justice prevailed. Your perseverance made history.
Where I Stand Today
I am pro-life.
I am grateful for the Supreme Court’s decision that returned abortion policy to the states. As a result, abortion is not on this ballot.
I do not believe our communities benefit from relitigating this issue through divisive and unproductive debate. In Georgia, the state has already taken meaningful action to protect life.
My values are rooted in:
- Respect for life
- Personal responsibility
- Compassion for families and individuals at every stage of life
Now is the time to focus on the urgent household and economic challenges facing families and our nation—issues that directly affect jobs, affordability, safety, and opportunity.