Dr. Paul Issues Statement in Support of State ‘Right to Life’ Amendments

Republican presidential candidate Dr. Ron Paul, an OB/GYN who has delivered over 4,000 babies, issued the following statement in support of state efforts to pass "Right to Life" amendments:

"The right of an innocent, unborn child to life is at the heart of the American ideals of liberty. My professional and legislative record demonstrates my strong commitment to this pro-life principle.

"Under our Constitution, the states have the duty to protect citizens against murder, and protecting the unborn from having their right to life violated is no exception.

"I find it unconscionable that the Supreme Court overrules states when they pass pro-life legislation. As president, I will fight to end this judicial tyranny.

"Many talk about being pro-life. In Congress, I am the lead sponsor of HR 2597 the ‘Sanctity of Life Act’ and a similar bill, HR 300 the ‘We the People Act.’ Both bills would negate the effect of Roe v Wade by removing the ability of federal courts to interfere with state legislation that protects life. My bills could pass by a simple majority vote and allow states such as Michigan and South Carolina to end abortion immediately.

"I challenge every candidate who claims to be pro life to support these bills to get the Supreme Court out of the life issue so states can quickly and constitutionally protect the unborn."

John McCain 2008 ANNOUNCES Iowans of Faith Coalition LEADERSHIP

U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential campaign today announced the leadership of its Iowans of Faith for McCain coalition. The group will continue the campaign's efforts to reach out to Iowa's faith-based community and build on John McCain's grassroots organization in the state.

The Iowans of Faith for McCain coalition brings together people who support pro-life issues, traditional marriage and family values. Its members support John McCain's commitment to pro-life principles, traditional family values and making America a stronger nation. The coalition includes several supporters of former presidential candidate Senator Sam Brownback (R-KS).

"As a pastor and as a former vice president of Iowa Right to Life, I decided to support the candidate most likely to work with Congress to appoint and gain confirmation of strict constructionist judges, ultimately resulting in the reversal of Roe v Wade," said Phil Carroll of Grace Church in Des Moines and Co-Chair of Iowans of Faith for McCain. "That candidate is most assuredly John McCain. This would have been enough for me, but when you add his national security experience, honesty, integrity, and ability to play it straight with the American people, then no other candidate can even come close."

John McCain thanked Pastor Carroll and the coalition, stating, "I am grateful for the support of these community leaders who are committed to traditional families and truly dedicated to service. I look forward to their counsel as we continue to grow our Iowa campaign."

IOWANS OF FAITH FOR MCCAIN COALITION LEADERSHIP

Bob Anderson, Swisher
Julia Anderson, Hubbard
Pat Anderson, Cedar Falls*
Pastor Chuck Austin and Marie Austin, Des Moines
Mary Beltman, Sibley
Mary Bowman, Cedar Rapids*
De Byerly, Mason City
Stacey Cargill, West Des Moines
Pastor Phil Carroll, Des Moines
Sheryl Carter, Sully
Sarah Cutshall, Corwith*
Mark Daggy, Des Moines
John and Kathy Farrand, Cedar Rapids*
Mark Flanders, Muscatine*
Sherrin Gifford, Cedar Rapids*
Lowell and Christina Goemaat, Sioux Center*
Ralph Goemaat, Sioux Center*
Linda Grahm, Garner*
Jay Heine, Urbandale*
Joe and Carol Hill, Rock Rapids
Nola Hirdman, Story City
Former Sen. Julie Hosch, Cascade
Kathy Kasson, Iowa City*
Former Rep. Ralph and Karen Klemme, LeMars
Lee McClure, Clinton
Isaiah McGee, Waukee
Sen. Larry McKibben, Marshall
Dana Phillips, Central City*
Marlys Popma, Colfax
Holly Reilly, Cedar Rapids*
Tim and Emma Rittgers, Des Moines
Tim Rylersdaam, Sioux Center
Nick Schadler, Dubuque*
Maxine Sieleman, Des Moines
Cork Smalley, Des Moines
Fred and Barb Taylor, Waukee
Jerry Tweeten, Forest City
Henry and Alma Veldhuizen, Sully
Ken and Theresa Welch, Slater*
Wendy Wilcox, Cedar Rapids*
Jerry Yancey, Burlington*
Samona Yentes, Clive
Heidi Zalb, Des Moines*

*Former Senator Sam Brownback supporters

[Pastor Phil Carroll's church affiliation is provided for identification purposes only]