My Pro-Life Parents and What They Mean to Me.

I am proud to say that my family defends innocent life, whether it be the unborn child in the womb or the fragile elderly patient in a nursing home. I am blessed to be able to say that both my parents work for National Right to Life, the world's premier pro-life organization. Because of their example, I am proud to say that I am pro-life.

By watching my parents' commitment, I have come to understand the true meaning of love, the importance of putting the needs of others before my own, and the privilege to make sacrifices. My parents have found true happiness in their lives, fighting for something dear to their hearts.

They have taught me that individuals are connected by an inherent goodness and bound together by Christ's love. They have taught me the importance of recognizing my responsibility to protect my unborn brothers and sisters, bounded to them by a greater being.

Out of love for God's creations, my parents, like countless others across America, have dedicated their lives to fighting for the unborn. Like the children of millions of other dedicated pro-lifers, I am constantly inspired by their selfless work.

I have followed my parents to National Right to Life's annual Conventions. From the lakes of Minnesota to the beaches in Florida, from Arizona to Louisiana, I've been blessed for having met devoted pro-life speakers, senators, writers, authors, actors, doctors, and lawyers.

I've tried to be a ...