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Nurse says Obama supports infanticide
 Barack Obama, presidential candidate
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.- A pro-life nurse is seconding a statement made by Alan Keyes that Jesus Christ would not vote for Barack Obama, pointing to his support for infanticide. Jill Stanek is a nurse who discovered babies were being aborted alive and shelved to die in soiled utility rooms while working at a hospital in Illinois and since has been a strong advocate against partial-birth and live-birth abortions. According to her commentary on WorldNetDaily.com, Stanek explains why Keyes made his statement. At the federal level, legislation was presented called the Born Alive Infants Protection Act (BAIPA) which stated all live-born babies were guaranteed the same constitutional right to equal protection, whether or not they were wanted. BAIPA sailed through the U.S. Senate by unanimous vote and by an overwhelming majority in the House. President Bush signed the bill into law in 2002. Stanek wrote that, “in Illinois, the state version of BAIPA repeatedly failed, thanks in large part to then-state Sen. Barack Obama. It only passed in 2005, after Obama left.” “Obama articulately worried that legislation protecting live aborted babies might infringe on women's rights or abortionists' rights. Obama's clinical discourse, his lack of mercy, shocked me. I was naive back then. Obama voted against the measure, twice. It ultimately failed.” “So, the reason Keyes said Jesus Christ wouldn't vote for Barack Obama was because of Obama's fanatical support of abortion to the point of condoning infanticide.” In a recent USA Today opinion piece, Obama admitted being "nagged" by the Jesus-wouldn't-vote-for-him statement, but only because he wished he'd given a different comeback. Obama’s initial response, as stated in USA Today was “that we live in a pluralistic society, and that I can't impose my religious views on another.” He added that he was running to be the U.S. senator of Illinois, and not a minister. Stanek summarized Obama’s second response saying that “Obama insinuated opposition to abortion is based only on religion, lecturing pro-lifers like me to ‘explain why abortion violates some principle that is accessible to people of all faiths, including those with no faith at all.’” “I don't recall mentioning religion when I testified against live-birth abortion. I only recall describing a live aborted baby I held in a hospital soiled utility room until he died, and a live aborted baby who was accidentally thrown into the trash,” she told WorldNetDaily. Yet, Stanek pointed out that religion was never part of the abortion ban debate. “I recall comparisons made to U.S. laws ensuring animals being killed are treated humanely. I recall testimony that late-term babies feel excruciating pain while being aborted.” Stanek concluded by asking Obama, why do “you think Jesus should vote for you?” Subscriber comments:
Published by: Matt
lex/ky/us 05/09/2009 12:12 PM EST  Rate: Regular
Abortion is not infacticide, be definition infanticide is killing of a child who is under the age of 1 (a fetus is not a child). People who just read stuff like this and take it as it is, needs to go back to school and learn to think for yourself.
Published by: Greg
Michigan 01/07/2009 09:27 PM EST
I am both encouraged by many of the comments on this page and disgusted by several others. To call yourself a Pro-life Catholic and Obama support is absolutely laughable, it is because of numb-nuts who say things like that that abortion is still reaking havoc on the world today. If there is no staunchly pro-choice candidate in an election, it's not time to throw the issue out, it's time to decide; do we want to make only a little bit of progress iver the next 4 years, or would we rather be set back immesurably by one of the most radically pro-death candidates we have ever had? I think people need to start using their mouths a little less and their brains a little more.
Published by: Kim
NJ 10/31/2008 03:32 PM EST Rate: Regular
Wow, only a bunch of conservatives contemplating whether Jesus would vote in the US Election would give this article credence. Do you really think Jesus is concerned with this? This all goes back to FEAR, slander and stooping to whatever level to take the brass ring. If McCain/Palin are elected we apparently have learned nothing in the past 8 years. Sad.
Published by: Tim
Ferndale/MI/USA 10/25/2008 04:48 PM EST Rate: Very Good
OBAMA, we should all be very affraid of this guy! This country is in real trouble if he makes it! Every low life is out to see him win; Free Ride welfare state just waiting to get their hands on your 401 K...to pay for someone elses house or college.. If they cannot manage Social Security, what makes you think they (Democrats) will manage bigger goverment better. They took Michigan and made it one of the worst States. They took the City of Detroit and made it a sewer! Mayor Kilpatrick was traveling around the world on a City Credit Card having a fine old time! So many fools out there! And yes, he is motivated by racism against whites! He just knows how to tell a great big fat lie better! Look out America....McCain Palin for President. And you all had better get out and vote; the others are all going too!
Published by: Alan
Santa Ana, California 09/27/2008 09:48 AM EST Rate: Very Good
Obama had a lack of concern for the child of a failed abortion, he said calling a 2nd doctor to give care to the child would burden the mother's choice for abortion. Obama in the senate refused to recognize the fetus a person/child/human being since in his find if you declare one thats BORN ALIVE then you would have to extent that right to life to all fetus. Obama has had to lie in order defend his terrible votes. Obama's campaign claims the language of the BAIPA "clear threaten Roe" with this statement: "(c) A live child born as a result of an abortion shall be
fully recognized as a human person and accorded immediate protection under the law." Can someone please tell me how that AT ALL affects Roe v Wade?, the bill Obama had to vote on was on children ALREADY BORN.
Published by: Zach
Haslett/Michigan/United States 09/25/2008 10:35 AM EST Rate: Bad
Wow, this article shows how gullible people really are, there is no way Obama would support killing babies that have a legitimate chance to live and are already out of their mother's womb. Also, people that are calling Obama Muslim are either a)misinformed, b)really gullible, or c)just plain dumb. Obama is a member of the United Church of Christ, therefore he can't be a Muslim.
Published by: JoeE
Santa Barbara, CA 09/24/2008 09:28 PM EST
It makes absolutely no difference whatsoever, how one 'nuances' position, Obama's lack of compassion and callousness is clearly indicated in this vote. It's consistent with his comment that he would not want his daughters 'punished' by a baby. Yes, words mean something, and the linguistic analysis of the phrase is all so telling. How any relgious person, much less Catholic could condone this by his or her vote escapes me totally.
Published by: Manny
Philippines 09/17/2008 10:29 AM EST
Why isn’t a politicians stance on poverty or how to fight cancer or HIV/AIDS more important?
Because abortion directly murders more innocent, defenseless people than cancer or HIV/AIDS. Over a million are murdered every year in the US alone. Tens of millions more murdered in other countries. Abortion is clearly the most important moral issue ion this election. In terms of the human cost, most other issues (including the war in Iraq) pale in comparison.
Published by: mark
ft myers fl 09/16/2008 04:35 AM EST
Abortion will most likely always be heated topic. Murder should not. Barack Hussien Obama, by his voting record, has committed murder of American Children. This man DOES NOT have the character to lead a nation. BTW it's God Bless America, not what Rev Wrong says!
Published by: Joe Lazar
Chicago/IL 09/04/2008 10:52 PM EST
I truly feel bad for those that okay this act. Arrogance can cause people to think all types of acts are acceptable. Crashing aircraft into major cities, having sex with people they know nothing about, aborting children their too weak to raise themselves. We all understand what corners women into making this decision. It's hard to argue that it wouldn't seem like the best thing to do when faced with difficult circumstances. But when human beings realized they had advanced themselves so much, that they could dictate life without even violating their own rules, they sold their souls away without even realizing it. This truth even trancends religion. We have become so selfish, we have accepted the fact that our own life was not a necessity.
Published by: Teri
Orange Calif US 09/03/2008 01:13 PM EST
The definition of Humanity is above Obama's paygrade. Enough said.
Published by: Lisa
New York State 08/28/2008 09:48 PM EST Rate: Very Good
Abortion hurts both of the victims, the baby and the woman. I was lied to when I was told that what was growing inside me was a "clump of cells" and being young and lost, I had two abortions. Later I came to realize I made a horrible decision. I regret those decisions so much, I have agonized and grieved for years. I wish someone at Planned Parenthood could have told me the other side of the viewpoint. I have paid for those disastrous choices I made for years, and it still bothers me. It has tormented me for years. It is truly wrong. I will not be voting for Obama because of this issue.
Published by: Tracy
Canada 08/20/2008 07:13 PM EST Rate: Very Good
This is the type of information that the liberal media touches upon briefly, then leaves alone. Living in Canada it has been SO obvious to us how biased the media is towards Obama and how much they want him to win the election.
How interesting, with all the media perks, all the millions of dollars rolling in, and all his charisma, and he is nearly neck in neck with McCain in the polls. That speaks loud and clear! I don't think I've ever seen such vagueness and doubletalk coming from a candidate in my life!
Published by: Michael
Laguna Niguel, CA 08/19/2008 05:52 PM EST Rate: Regular
To state or even imply that Obama supports infanticide is the lowest of lows and politics at its worst.
There were key differences between the Congressional legistlation that passed and the Illinois legislation that did not. Section c of the congressional legislation states: "Nothing in this section shall be interpreted to . . . expand . . . any legal right . . . at any point prior to being born alive. . ." You can look it up. The Illinois bill does not contain this saving language. From what I have seen, all of the Democrats voted against this. I guess that makes them all in favor of infanticide. Ridiculous! Moreover, when the bill was being considered, there was already legislation in effect that would have protected an infant born live. Alan Keyes tried this same tact against Obama and see where it got him. McCain is using the same sleeze. Let's see where it gets him.
Published by: Joseph
Texas 08/15/2008 09:50 AM EST
All the comments on here explain exactly why Obama was opposed to the statute. It's a thinly veiled attempt at "sounding" like an anti-abortion statute (which it wasn't). A totally worthless bill. Not only was the bill a recitation of what is already the law in every state (live born babies are human), but it's just a poorly written bill. No intelligent person would have voted for the Illinois version.
Published by: Alyssa Moul
Pittsburg, KS 03/30/2008 11:17 PM EST Rate: Good
I believe in abortion only if the mother's life is in danger. It is atrocious how Senator Obama is fine with this procedure under any circumstance.
Hillary has had my vote, but I will now vow never to vote for Obama. Thank you for getting this out.
Published by: Fr. Kevin
Atlanta 03/17/2008 05:55 PM EST
Adam,
The reason pro-life, particularly abortion, trumps other issues is that the people affected by those other issues are alive--the most fundamental of the inalienable rights, sine qua non.
Published by: mrgolf
egypt/cairo 03/14/2008 07:40 PM EST
no comment
Published by: Warren Anderson
Victoria, BC, Canada 03/02/2008 05:03 PM EST Rate: Very Good
Calm down? Oh Adam, like the first Adam you attempt to shift culpability. “Personally, I don’t support abortion, but I support the right to choose.” That’s called complicity, plain and simple. Wake up. You say you do not condone abortion, but the sophistry that allows one to avoid your (or anyone’s) connection - between creating a circumstance for a crime against God and the person who actually commits the crime - cannot be justifed. In law, a person who, by their omission, creates the circumstance whereby another person is able to complete a crime is also culpable under the law. While the law of the land may permit abortion, the law of God is quite clear. If one takes one’s faith seriously, then one had better admit to the fact that by advocating choice (for others to commit murder), one is also culpable (under God’s law).
Published by: Adam
Ohio 02/26/2008 03:04 PM EST Rate: Regular
Everyone please calm down and try to analyze this article. First of all, no matter what side of the argument you are on, few people actually support abortion. It is an abhorrent act. Being pro-choice and supporting abortion are not the same. One can find the act disgusting and hope to eliminate the number of abortions while supporting the right to choose because it is the law of the land. Second, this article seems to give incomplete answers that I would like answered.
For example, what does “Obama articulately worried that legislation protecting live aborted babies might infringe on women's rights or abortionists' rights" mean? Did he actively speak out against it? Or did he simply vote against the measure? Which begs the question, why was the measure in the Illinois legislature if it was already federal law. I don't know but it’s reasonable to guess that conservatives in the Illinois legislature had added more stringent amendments to the law President Bush signed into law. Finally, as a pro-life Catholic, why is this emotional answer the basis for so many Americans that share my similar views? Why isn’t a politicians stance on poverty or how to fight cancer or HIV/AIDS more important?
Published by: David
Ohio 02/21/2008 11:27 AM EST Rate: Regular
Obama would'nt care if Jesus would vote for him he's muslim...and he doesnt belive in Jesus
Published by: Evelyn
ND 02/20/2008 09:09 PM EST
This man scares me.I think he is a bit of a chameleon on the outside and this article shows what he is on the inside.We really must pray alot for our country and for the election
Published by: Kyle
Boise/ID/USA 02/20/2008 02:15 PM EST Rate: Regular
Wow, has anyone noticed that there really is no good choice for a Pro-Life candidate out there in this upcoming election? I am 100% pro-life, but since no candidate shares that view, your vote should go towards the man who will do the best job running this country. I personally believe this is Barack Obama, I am voting for him based upon his views on our position in Iraq, his economic policies, and his energy conservation plans. I don't see why Catholics feel they have to vote Republican, I think a person whould vote for whom he/she thinks will do the best job. GO OBAMA
Published by: DN
Chicago 02/18/2008 10:11 PM EST
The next election promises, and all the decisions that will follow in the next four years, promise to be a big dissapointment for pro-lifers. There is simply no pro-life candidate for presidency who stands a realistic chance of winning.
Published by: Lee
Oswego, IL 02/18/2008 04:15 PM EST
After reading all the previous comments I feel the readers should know that Stanek was on the nursing staff at Christ Community Hospital in Oak Lawn, IL when she experienced these atrocities. She is trying to get the message out to as many who will listen but it is a tough job. The only pro-life hospital in this area is in Indiana and it happens to be Catholic. Much prayer is needed for IL. Even our Governor is pro-abortion.
Published by: Jeanne Murphy
Bel Air, Md. 02/17/2008 08:30 PM EST
Pro-Lifers all over the USA need to get this information out to the public. This man must be stopped from being elected president!
Published by: Betty Donoflio
Mt. Laurel, N.J. 02/17/2008 06:17 PM EST
I think that Barack Obama is callous and insensitive. No, Jesus would not vote for Barack.
Published by: Marianne Yancey
Spencer,Ia. USA 02/17/2008 01:00 PM EST
Thank You for this information. It shows one can be fooled by charisma.
Actual FACTS are what counts.
Published by: Florence Sturmfels
Whiting NJ 02/17/2008 12:43 PM EST
I would not vote for Obama simply because I am a Republican.
Published by: Pat Delaney
Wilm., De.., USA 02/17/2008 12:38 PM EST
I am shocked that this has not been on national news. It is necessary for all Americans to know this. I first read it in the "Wanderer", but have not read it since.
Published by: Nan
Lakewood CA 02/17/2008 09:57 AM EST
How can anyone condone abortion? Politicians who support it, ARE NOT compassionate people, who care for the lives of others. They can't possibly be, unless they are completely ignorant -- which we know is not the case. It's all a power trip. May God have mercy on us all.
Published by: Leticia Velasquez
Long Island 02/17/2008 08:52 AM EST
This should prevent any humane person from voting for Obama. I will help you get the word out, we cannot tolerate this extremism.
Published by: j
new york 02/17/2008 08:46 AM EST
I really was considering voting for Obama even knowing that he was pro choice because I felt he was intelligent enough to reconsider the issue and like Licoln did on slavery reach a good decision that abortion was wrong, not just on religious grounds but against the constitution giving everyone the right to life and liberty..but after reading your article, I doubt that will happen and I am not going to vote for Obama..i cannot
Published by: ATK
Daytona Beach, FL-USA 02/16/2008 06:16 PM EST
Call it anything you want--dress it up to sound cutsie and simple--but Murder is murder! Obama or Hillary will NEVER get my vote or my families votes. I see these people as cruel, callous, and defying God's Laws! Life is precious--no one has the right to take it!I'll bet these two would vote to save the turtles before innocent little human beings, i.e., babies! How about if their mothers felt the way they feel and vote?? No one has the right to kill another human being, no matter what stage of life they're at.
Published by: Vicky Short
Belcourt, ND USA 02/16/2008 04:54 PM EST
This is one of the reasons that I will not vote for Obama. He is not truthful with the voters; reporters are afraid to ask him tough questions (afraid to appear racist). This is garbage! No matter what his race (red, white, black, or yellow), he needs to let the people know and the questions regarding issues like this need to be asked and reported on television!
Thank you.
Published by: Paula Washburn
providence RI 02/16/2008 04:22 PM EST
abortion should be stopped NOW!
Published by: Maryellyn
West Chester, USA 02/16/2008 03:20 PM EST
With every American Muslim contributing to Obama's campaign, it seems pretty clear to me he is the Queen on the chess board positioned, years ago, to "check mate" America as we know it. Americans are poker players, Muslims play chess.
Published by: Silver Thread
Pittsburgh, Pa. USA 02/16/2008 02:25 PM EST
Thank you for the info on Obama. Now I know I will not vote in the Democratic Primary. I cannot in good conscience vote for Hillary or Obama!!
Published by: Grace Harman
Columbus.Ohio U.S.A. 02/16/2008 02:01 PM EST
Abortion is murder. The 10 Commandments reject that. Abortion in this country is racially motivated. Fr. Frank Pavone notes that 6% of the U.S.population, (Black women)has 35% of the abortions. It targets Blacks and the poor by clinic placement. Obama needs to see he is helping to target his own people for genocide. Latinos have a similar problem and together provide over 2/3 of the victims of abortion here.
Published by: Maureen
Waterford, NY USA 02/16/2008 01:43 PM EST
Obama and similar minded politicians make the same demonic argument, they cannot impose their religion on people by voting for an end to killing the innocents. Their for choice but not for the baby's choice and they refuse to recognize the basic difference between right and wrong. I fail to see what religion this is. It appears to be no religion or for that matter denial of natural law.
Published by: Stephen G. Daviis Sr.
Severna Park, MD, USA 02/16/2008 11:51 AM EST
The Holy Spirit is the creator of all life. How dare any of us put an end to His creation.
I pray that God will place an understanding of His creation on all of us and that our World will turn away from this horrible practice (Abortion) and live as He desires his children to live, loving God and all of His creation.
Published by: charles
stlcharles, LA usa 02/16/2008 10:53 AM EST
where do think obama is getting all his funds? from all the moom and pop stores and gas stations now run by muslims and their families
Published by: Louise Brogna
watertown,CT U.S.A. 02/16/2008 10:39 AM EST
God bless you, Jill Stanek, for speaking up in this way-it surely pleases Our Lord, Who 'needs' our lips to speak for Him.
Published by: judith adamek
kent,ohio 02/16/2008 10:17 AM EST
infanticide is the horrible outcome for an aborted baby. when will this destroying of human innocent life stop.?
Published by: Mike
Quinlan/TX/USA 02/16/2008 07:07 AM EST
Stanek states she does not recall mentioning religion. Doesn't asking 'would Jesus vote for you?' bring religion into the topic?
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