The Scientific Truth About the Unborn Before Implantation

A common misconception is that a woman is not pregnant until after the fertilized egg, or blastocyst, implants in her uterus. The truth about pregnancy before implantation, however, is not only fascinating but suggests a different conclusion! Knowing these truths can fuel your pro-life advocacy of our youngest humans. First of all, the long-standing, traditional […]

Photos from Launch 2021

Thirteen young people from around the state comprised the Launch 2021 class, Oregon Right to Life’s annual leadership retreat for pro-life high school and college-age students. Launch took place at a private home at Rockaway Beach on the Coast this August. Students were engaged as they learned about physician-assisted suicide from Dr. William Toffler. Many […]

Pro-Life Movement Unveils New Flag

The international pro-life movement has a new symbol: a highly symbolic flag depicting two hands holding two baby feet. The Pro-Life Flag Project was a grassroots effort involving over 70 partners and organizations from around the world. These included Students for Life of America, March for Life, Secular Pro-Life, Focus on the Family and New […]

Past ORTL President of the Board Passes Away

Dr. Richard Thorne, 81, passed away on July 26 in his Redmond home. Thorne served as president of the Oregon Right to Life board of directors from 1996-2000, leaving a significant mark on our organization. Thorne graduated from the Stritch School of Medicine of Loyola University Chicago in 1964 and trained as an intern and […]

Here’s What Happened in the 2021 Legislative Session

With the Oregon Capitol closed to the public for the entire 81st Oregon Legislative Assembly, this session was a challenge for all advocacy groups. It was particularly challenging for pro-lifers and other groups that are not welcome with the unified Democrat control of both the House, Senate and governor’s office. Now that that session is […]