The widespread ignorance about the role of the separate branches and divisions of government, coupled with a desire to stem the flow of blood has led to a movement to pass amendments to both state and federal constitutions to grant personhood to those living in the womb. This passion is blindly hurling us towards allowing the government to take a very dangerous power into its hands: the power to decide who is a person and who is not. As quickly as they can grant personhood they can take it away, and once we give them the power to make those decisions, they can decide to eliminate anyone from that circle they wish too; the elderly, the infirm, the mentally handicapped, or whomever they happen to dislike.

The idea behind the personhood amendments stems from the Roe v. Wade opinion; the court declared that “The appellee and certain amici argue that the fetus is a “person” within the language and meaning of the Fourteenth Amendment. In support of this, they outline at length and in detail

the well-known facts of fetal development. If this suggestion of personhood is established, the appellant’s case, of course, collapses, for the fetus’ right to life would then be guaranteed specifically by the Amendment.” (Roe v. Wade, IX, 50) So, pro-life activists have decided to play by the playbook that the court gave them, and declare that the fetus does in fact have personhood. Doing so only further legitimizes the unconstitutional decision. Every court has jurisdiction, and any court decision made outside the jurisdiction of that court is null. To recognize as legitimate a decision which is already legally without standing is at best ludicrous, and dangerous to a continuance of liberty.

Personhood amendments are not the answer to ending abortion.

As saddened as I am to see my community torn to shreds, my friends left homeless, and to hear the death count rise, I cannot help but be angry.

In the aftermath of the storms, state government officials were quick to respond. In Georgia, Governor Nathan Deal, Senator Jeff Mullis, Representative Martin Scott, Representative Jay Neal, Representative Tom Weldon, and Congressman Tom Graves held a press conference at which the Governor announced that he (with the support of the aforementioned elected officials) had declared Northwest Georgia a disaster area with the purpose of getting federal dollars and aid — FEMA — as soon as possible. There was little mention of God, but then, why should there have been? Their God is the Federal Government. They pray to them, count on them for their protection and survival, and do their utmost to please them and follow their rules.

Unfortunately, this sickness, this SIN, is not unique to corrupt public officials. It extends to the public. We pray to government at all levels to fix our problems and save us from ourselves. As long as we look to the government instead of God, our country will continue it’s decline.

A human life amendment, as a general rule, states simply that life begins at the moment of conception (some versions specify fertilization), and that the right to life is paramount. A Georgia Senator proposed such a bill this past session. It may be read here.

A personhood amendment provides for equality of rights for all human beings from the moment of conception to natural death.

The problem with personhood amendments is that it assumes that government grants rights. To state that the government is now providing for equality of rights implies that they have the power to grant rights which are given us by God.

The problem with human rights amendments is that the only abortions they would stop would be those performed in government clinics, or those funded by government insurance programs. Very few realize that laws restrict people. Constitutions restrict government. A constitutional amendment would restrict government actions, so, while a human life amendment MIGHT pave the way for outlawing abortion, it wouldn’t outlaw it altogether.

Nothing will change until we determine to stand up to the federal tyranny that is Roe v. Wade. That unconstitutional opinion, that allowed the slaughter of millions, has no authority to exist. Individual states must stand up and IGNORE this terrible decision.

In 1793 a man named Chisolm decided to sue the State of Georgia in federal court. The State of Georgia responded to the summons by saying that the federal court had no authority to command the state thusly (bear in mind, this was only 5 years after The Constitution was ratified, the State of Georgia knew the intent of the document full well — as the men who signed it were still living). The State further said that any federal agent coming within the borders of the state to enforce the order would be hanged by the neck until dead without the benefit of clergy. Fast forward to 1973, and the Attorney General of the State of Georgia, Mr. Arthur Bolton, was called to appear to defend the State of Georgia in a federal suit known now as Doe v. Bolton, the companion case to Roe v. Wade. He obediently complied. I wish he’d had the backbone that the Georgia General Assembly has in 1793. Unfortunately he didn’t, and neither did the legislature of 1973, or any legislature since.

Why is it so hard for the Georgia General Assembly to stand up and fulfill their oath of office? Maybe because mainstream pro-life organizations and lobbying groups don’t ask them to. They ask them to take incremental measures. They ask them to “move towards the goal.” They ask them not to rock the boat. The pro-life community has become it’s own enemy.

Meanwhile, in Georgia, about 100 babies will be murdered today. Their blood cries out for vengeance. Hear them.

So far, I’ve had passing comments of approval, people who have told me of women in their life who had abortions, or made the decision not to abort, or were thinking about aborting. A waitress at a Steak n Shake tearfully told me that she had aborted 3 of her children before she became a Christian.

Today, however, was different. I was visiting the MAC counter at Macy’s and the sales rep approached me to ask if I needed help. We talked about the makeup for a while, and then she asked what my button said (my hair was in the way). I guess I was too caught up in viewing the makeup, or maybe it was because the she was standing somewhat behind the counter, but I failed to notice her large baby bump. She read my button and then turned to show me her stomach and proudly proclaimed that she was due in May. She went on for some time about her son who is on the way, and her 4 year old son who is quite excited about his new baby brother.

It made me smile, so I thought I’d pass it on to you too. Quite often in the pro-life community we focus on death — abortion. This woman knew exactly how human her prenatal son is, and her thoughts went immediately to him. According to the CDC and Guttmacher Institute, approximately 1 out of 3 pregnancies in the U.S. end in abortion. As sad as that number is, let us not forget the 2 out of 3 that do not end so tragically.

The first thing that struck me was the use of the word “unborn” rather than “preborn.” Even though these words are used interchangeably in the pro-life community, they do have different connotations. “Pre-born” gives the impression that at sometime in the future a birth will happen. “Unborn” denotes that a birth has not happened, and does not necessarily imply that one will happen. When I hear the phrase “unborn children” I immediately think of the millions that have been murdered. Those that will never be born, because they are dead.

So, this March 25th, take a moment to think about the over 52 million unborn American children. In fact, do more than think about it, think about what you can do about it. Our country can not stand long while the blood of innocents floods our land and cries out to The Lord.

Pray to end abortion.

This blog post prompted me to respond.  WARNING: Graphic content. This “Angry Black Lady” curses like a sailor. Wait, that’s unfair. I know sailors that use cleaner language.

Firstly, you can read the full text of HB 14 here.

The blogger in question seems to think that the honorable representative does not think a woman is a victim until a guilty verdict has been handed down. I would like to recommend that she read the bill.This bill is not saying that a woman who has been raped is not a victim; it is merely ensuring that the law remains impartial. By the law referring to a woman as a “victim” PRIOR to a conviction, it already assumes a crime. Just as the defendant is referred to as “the defendant” or “the accused,” the woman should be referred to (prior to conviction) as “the alleged victim” or “the accuser.” This is merely procedural law. It does not diminish a victim’s suffering or standing. It does, however, keep Justice blind, as she should be.

On to HB 1, which can be read here.

There is much to do about nothing in regard to this bill, as many in the media, even conservative talk show hosts (I’m talking to YOU Neal Boortz), have misrepresented this bill as a bill that will investigate/prosecute miscarriages. This bill ONLY provides for the prosecution of abortions. The only thing it provides for is essentially a report on the death of the infant in the event of a miscarriage (as is done for all deaths outside the womb).

Please get your facts straight, people.

On another note, HB 1 is the most pro-woman bill in the legislature this session. Abortion hurts women. It has been described as “medical rape.” It physically and emotionally injures women, and has inexplicably been allowed to continue, unchecked by the law, for nearly four decades. Unfortunately, this bill always dies in committee, but it is certainly the best pro-woman, pro-life bill in Georgia.

I have consolidated my two blogs into one (hence the multiple posts today dealing with past events), so this should make it easier.

I have several topics in mind, and will hopefully crank out some posts very soon.

Ciao!