I am saddened and outraged at the murder of Dr. Tiller this past weekend, as I would assume you all are. I cannot fathom the reasoning that just because one disagrees with a belief or action, they feel justified in taking a life. And it makes me sick to think that this was done in a church, hinting at a religious justification. As someone who supports 'life', it is ironic that they would take the life of another human being- someone's son, husband, friend, parishoner, etc.

I think that if anything, this tragic situation should fuel our fire to make sure that everyone is safe from heinous acts such as this, that people understand that just because one is 'pro-choice', it does not mean that they are 'pro-abortion' or 'anti-life'.

Dr. Tiller provided a refuge to women in unthinkable circumstances, many who were facing life-threatening conditions with their pregnancies. He had hoped to ..."create a society and a paradigm shift so that every pregnancy is an invited guest in the woman's body and a welcome addition to her family." He was a hero for women's rights and I thank him for putting his life on the line to do what was right every single day.

Let us honor him by stepping up our fight against the anti-choice movement and shift the paradigm of thought. It will not be easy, but we owe it to the courageous people, like Dr. Tiller, to no longer sit aside and watch, but rather step up and take action.

With that being said, I hope to see many more supporters at choice events around the area and if one cannot find the time to participate, I know that pro-choice organizations are in dire need of monetary support in these tough times. Let's reach down in our pockets, share what little extra we may have, and help to support those who are fighting for our rights!!!

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