Fall 2005
Volume XXIV No. 3
League Protests American Girl
Beloved Doll Company Supports Pro-Abortion Group Girls Inc.
At first appearances, the American Girl doll company's "I Can" campaign seems innocent enough—girls buy a special bracelet with the American Girl star on it and take a pledge about being a good friend and reaching for the stars. But pro-life parents were dismayed to learn that proceeds from the bracelet sales would be supporting Girls Inc., a group with a very strong pro-abortion position. They contacted the League, and we took action.
[Full Story]ALSO IN THIS ISSUE:
- Scheidler's Third Trip to the U.S. Supreme Court
- League's American Girl Protest Draws Intense Media Attention
- League Protests Madigan Address at Prestigious St. Ignatius College Prep
- St. Louis Faces the Truth
- Special Missions for League's Fall Truth Days
- League Presence Drives Pro-Abort Rally Off Message
- Generations for Life News
- The Vineyard: Helpers News
- 25th Anniversary Gala Dinner Honors Drew Mariani
- Other Stories
- Letters to the Editor
Scheidler's Third Trip to the U.S. Supreme Court
On Nov. 30, Joe Scheidler took his case to the Supreme Court of the United States for the third time—. After the lively one-hour hearing before the Roberts court, Scheidler and his attorneys are confident of a victory when the court hands down its decision early next year. NOW v. Scheidler is the first case in U.S. history to appear before the Supreme Court three times.
[Full Story] [Back to Top]League's American Girl Protest Draws Intense Media Attention
Ever since the League announced its protest of American Girl doll company's ties to the pro-abortion group Girls Inc., the media has taken a keen interest in the issue. Ann Scheidler reports on the many interviews and media reports that have highlighted the effort.
[Full Story] [Back to Top]League Protests Madigan Address at Prestigious St. Ignatius College Prep
When the League learned that St. Ignatius College Prep was planning to provide a platform for pro-abortion Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan, we launched a phone and e-mail campaign to convince them to cancel the Madigan invitation. Even Cardinal George got involved. But Ignatius ignored our pleas, and the League protested the event under the direction of Ignatius alumnus Eric Scheidler.
[Full Story] [Back to Top]St. Louis Faces the Truth
Working closely with St. Louis activist Elizabeth Daub, League Communications Director Eric Scheidler helped to plan the first-ever St. Louis Face the Truth Tour. With his sons Nate and Sam, he coordinated the successful Tour throughout the Gateway City.
[Full Story] [Back to Top]Special Missions for League's Fall Truth Days
Each of the League's three fall Truth Days—in August, September and October— served a worthwhile purpose, helping fulfill the League's mission in different ways. The November Truth Day was replaced with a picket at American Girl.
[Full Story] [Back to Top]League Presence Drives Pro-Abort Rally Off Message
When the League learned of a rally organized by local pro-abortion activists aimed at denouncing pro-life Supreme Court nominees, we were eager to counter-protest. Our presence with graphic abortion scuttled the pro-abortion group"s plans, as they turned their focus on us in a sort of 'counter-counter-protest'.
[Full Story] [Back to Top]Generations for Life News
Generations Director Annie Casselman and John Jansen report on recent activities, including the highly successful Youth Leadership Conference, held Oct. 22.
[Full Story] [Back to Top]The Vineyard: Helpers News
The League's Helpers of God's Precious Infants division reports on a recent Knights of Columbus Pro-Life Dinner. A counselor reports on a recent save, and another shares his poem about abortion.
[Full Story] [Back to Top]25th Anniversary Gala Dinner Honors Drew Mariani
The Pro-Life Action League's Twenty-Fifth Anniversary Celebration culminated in a Oct. 2 jubilee banquet, featuring an invocation by Fr. Frank Pavone, highlights of the League's new documentary, remarks from Joe Scheidler and a keynote address by Relevant Radio's Drew Mariani
[Full Story] [Back to Top]Other Stories
- Activism Update: Stories from Around the World
- Scheidler Helps Peroutkas Toast Pro-Life Leaders
- Picnic Honors Local Activists
- League Joins Eucharistic Procession in Grant Park
- League Welcomes Three Newest Activists