Legislative Battles Ahead: What’s Next for the Pro-Life Movement in Kansas?
On The Right Side of History with Kansans for Life
Release Date: 02/06/2025
On The Right Side of History with Kansans for Life
Big wins. Bold strategy. Grassroots power. Go inside the pro-life victories that defined 2025 in Kansas—with the people who helped make them happen. Listen now and help KFL prepare for the battles ahead in 2026. Donate today:
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When science ignores ethics, someone has to speak up. In this episode, James Sherley, M.D., Ph.D., talks about key questions being ignored within his area of expertise and lifelong profession, and why his brand-new collaboration with a group of fellow scientists —the Science Alliance for Life and Technology—is so needed in today’s world.
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Is the abortion industry using one-way tickets to fly and bus vulnerable women into “destination states” like Kansas? Sidewalk counselors say yes—and their day-to-day conversations reveal how these and other industry tactics are driving abortion numbers skyward. Brian Westbrook of Coalition Life shares what his teams are witnessing on the ground and what it’s like to stand as the last line of defense for moms and their preborn children. Chip in to support KFL’s work: Buy Pro-Life Coffee from our partners at 7-Weeks:
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What happens when taxpayer dollars stop flowing to abortion giants like Planned Parenthood? Senior Counsel Denise Burke of Alliance Defending Freedom joins Danielle to unpack the landmark federal action that is freezing Medicaid payments to abortion franchises for an entire year — a giant victory for the pro-life movement. Denise explains why this change matters far beyond the headlines: how it closes a key funding pipeline for the abortion industry, opens doors for community health centers and pregnancy resource centers, and challenges the long-standing myth that abortion facilities are...
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When best-selling author J.K. Rowling recently announced she’s changed her mind about assisted suicide, it made headlines—and for good reason. In this episode, Alex Schadenberg of the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition explains why Rowling’s warning about the risk of coercion should concern us all. He unpacks who is most vulnerable, how the “assisted dying” movement is expanding globally, and why true compassion means protecting life, not ending it.
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Is your retirement fund quietly funding causes you’d never support? Dr. OJ Oleka of the State Financial Officers Foundation joins us to unpack how major investment firms are funneling dollars into anti-life agendas – often without investors ever knowing. Learn how to take back control of your hard-earned money and make your values count.
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Kansas college students are boldly standing for life on their campuses. Hannah (University of Kansas) and Ella (Kansas State University) share how they built their KFL pro-life student chapters, faced opposition, and found courage to keep going, even after the Charlie Kirk tragedy shook the movement. Want to start a KFL pro-life chapter on your campus? Reach out to for more information. Find out more about our Community Impact Scholarship Contest. Find details and apply at Support the Podcast:
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Next year’s Kansas governor’s race is already taking shape, and in a crowded field, one candidate stands out for all the wrong reasons. In this episode of On the Right Side of History, we take a closer look at Vicki Schmidt’s voting record in the Kansas Legislature - a record that repeatedly opposed commonsense pro-life protections and moved in lockstep with pro-abortion Democrat Laura Kelly, not her fellow Republicans. Join us as we unpack the evidence, expose the contrasts, and explain why we all must dig deeper than campaign slogans to ensure Kansas’ next governor is committed to...
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Pregnancy resource centers in some states have faced vandalism, baseless lawsuits, and even taxpayer-funded ad campaigns to discredit them. Myrna Flynn, president of Massachusetts Citizens for Life, explains what happens when a state or city government turns against the selfless work of its pro-life citizens. How did their statewide coalition fight back to expose the lies being told about pregnancy centers through a new public education campaign built on women’s own stories? Tune in to hear how a blue state’s pro-life movement courageously fought back with #ThereForMe,...
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Ever feel afraid of getting caught in a “bad” or even “ugly” conversation about life issues? In this episode, Kristina Churchman of Justice for All shares how to move past conflict and into meaningful dialogue using the “Love 3” approach. Learn practical strategies to listen well, find common ground, and de-escalate tension while standing firm in your convictions. Whether you’re talking with a friend, family member, or stranger, these tools will help you speak truth with clarity and compassion. Tune in and discover how good conversations can change minds and hearts. ...
info_outlineKansas lawmakers have returned to the Capitol for a fast-tracked 2025 legislative session. What wins does the pro-life movement hope to achieve this year and why? Jeanne Gawdun and Mackenzie Ayers join Danielle to discuss the ways active citizens can make all the difference!