In this episode of Plain Speech Podcast, host Michael Clary and Jason Storms of Operation Save America delve into the current state of anti-abortion activism in America. Jason shares his personal story of coming to faith in Christ and how his rise to lead Operation Save America. Michael and Jason also discuss the impact of the Dobbs decision, the usage of different terms such as “pro life,” “abolitionist,” “immediatist,” and “incrementalist”, and the challenges of passing legislation like the Equal Protection Bill. They also explore the balance between ideological purity and practical action within the broader anti-abortion movement.
00:00 Introduction to the Plain Speech Podcast
00:29 Jason Storms' Journey to Faith and Anti-Abortion Ministry
01:01 The Impact of Abortion on Personal Life
01:29 Operation Save America and Pro-Life Movement
03:00 Cultural and Personal Reflections on Masculinity
07:43 The Role of Men in the Abortion Debate
09:17 Reflections on the Dobbs Decision
15:44 Political Dynamics and the Pro-Life Movement
34:47 The Abolitionist Movement and Pro-Life Strategies
38:16 Unrest in the Abolitionist Movement
39:14 Pro-Life vs. Abolitionist: Defining the Terms
40:02 Social Media Conflicts and Misunderstandings
42:10 The Split Within the Abolitionist Movement
42:25 The Rise of AHA and Its Impact
43:27 Pro-Life and Abolitionist: Can They Coexist?
45:22 The Problem with Incremental Legislation
50:01 Chemical Abortions and Legal Loopholes
52:10 Balancing Ideology and Practicality
55:00 The Trump Debate: Pragmatism vs. Principle
01:01:33 Righteous Increments vs. Compromise
01:07:54 Unity in the Fight Against Abortion
01:12:06 Conclusion and Call to Action
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