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A list of thirty companies that enable Tiller’s disreputable abortion business is released to the public Wichita, KS – Today Operation Rescue released the latest list of businesses that help abortionist George R. Tiller continue his questionably legal abortion business. The project, called the Abortion Collaborators, was first launched in 2004 with a list of over 50 businesses that did work for Tiller’s late-term abortion clinic, Women’s Health Care Services. Since then 25 businesses - 50% - have stopped collaborating with Tiller. Today’s list contains 30 business listings. MORE

Cartoon and commentary by John Francis Borra, SFO, veritatis@eaglecom.net , used with permission. On July 2nd, notorious millionaire abortionist George Tiller once again evaded justice when a grand jury, hobbled by months of state-sponsored stall tactics, was dismissed without indicting him. But who, really, is surprised? After all, Tiller, Planned Parenthood and other players in the country’s abortion industry own the justice system here in Kansas. Time after time, through the appointment and manipulation of attorneys general, district attorneys, judges and law enforcement, Governor Kathleen Sebelius has helped abortionists evade Kansas law. At every level— city, county and state— the regulation, investigation and prosecution of abortion operators have been stymied during her tenure, permitting illegal abortions, sexual assaults and other crimes to continue unchecked. In April, Sebelius vetoed the Kansas Legislature's broadly supported Comprehensive Abortion Reform Act intended t...

Everyone's talking about it throughout the blogosphere. I knew this day was bound to come when I first began blogging about the corruption here in KS about three years ago. It existed long before I moved here, but hopefully, won't continue, now that it has been publicly exposed on a national level. I am so thankful to Operation Rescue and Kansans for Life for exposing the evil and bringing it into the light. Dennis Boyle of the National Review refers to it as "machine politics" in his article "Supremely Wrong." Here's how he describes it: Machine politics is generally associated with cities, the cynical cronyism that is the prerequisite to wholesale corruption and urban decay. But these days it’s at its worst in, of all places, Kansas, under the governorship of leading Democratic vice-presidential contender, Kathleen Sebelius. Just ask Phill Kline. The former state attorney general and current district attorney of Johnson County, in suburban Kansas City...

Governor Kathleen Sebelius said yesterday that the reason she hosted George Tiller and his staff for a private dinner or party event at the Governor's Mansion on April 9, 2006, was because he won it as an auction item at the 2006 TORCH dinner given by the Greater Kansas City Women's Political Caucus. While the only Sebelius donation on the original list of auction items was a pewter bowl, www.kansasmeadowlark.com now reports that the KC Star Primebuzz of September 21, 2006 said under "Torch Tidbits" that " A late-arriving from Wichita Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius also was well received, particularly when she offered up as an unexpected auction item dinner for six with her and the First Dude at the Governor's Mansion." Kansans for Life Executive Director, Mary Kay Culp said: "It doesn't matter if the Tiller party was an extension of the TORCH auction dinner for six, or another event altogether as the source of the pictures claims. What matte...

Earlier today I posted on Governor Kathleen Sebelius' office covering up a secret party honoring late - term abortionist George Tiller , who has pumped huge amounts of money into her campaign. Some rather shocking photos of Sebelius and Tiller were included. Sebelius' office, attempting to do "damage control", stated that the Tiller party depicted in a dozen photographs was a prize in a charity auction in which Sebelius had no control over who would attend. Troy Newman, President of Operation Rescue, responded by saying," “According to our source, who attended the event at Cedar Crest, the party was ‘by special invitation only.’ It was obvious to this person that Tiller was on a very friendly basis with Sebelius and took the time to personally introduce each member of his abortion clinic staff to the governor . Our source was very specific that the event’s purpose was to ‘honor’ Tiller and his staff. The pictures, especially the ones that include the political...

An excellent post via Operation Rescue on the consequences of Governor Sebelius’ rebellion to Church leadership. Update: Be sure to check out Fr. Z.'s excellent post Archbp. Naumann of KC to KS pro-abortion Governor: no Holy Communion , which contains a link to his podcast on pro-abortion politicians and Communion. Related Posts here: Kansas City's Archbishop Naumann on Governor Kathleen Sebelius Kansas City Archbishop Naumann Speaks out on Governor Kathleen Sebelius and Abortion -- September 12, 2006 Late - Term Abortionist George Tiller's Governor: Kathleen Sebelius -- October 23, 2006

Operation Rescue’s call for suspensions of three abortionist’s licenses still under consideration

Wichita, KS – Operation Rescue has launched a massive radio and phone campaign designed to focus public attention on the Kansas Supreme Court with the intent of keeping them honest as they consider motions filed by late-term abortionist George R. Tiller that are meant to deny a citizen-called grand jury critical evidence. MORE Listen to radio ad now airing in Kansas

Thomas Peters, American Papist , has an informative and interesting post on Attorney General Phill Kline winning the victory over the Planned Parenthood cover-up. Although I have only lived in Kansas for two years now and have been blogging about Tiller and the late-term abortion cover-ups since that time, I am still amazed at the rampant political corruption here -- it is much more widespread and complex than I ever imagined. At the same time, there are so many holy, prayerful pro-life Christians here. This area is the strongest pro-life Catholic community I have known. The dichotomy makes me wonder at times if we're not all just actors in Lord of the Rings? That film certainly did win quite a few Oscars, didn't it? But what is an Oscar other than an idol -- a gold - plated object designed to sit upon a shelf to be admired and adored? No thanks, I prefer to fight the real life battle and be awarded my eternal reward. I invite all of you to join me in a 9 day novena for an en...

Healthy Baby Narrowly Escapes Late-Abortion At Tiller’s Clinic Misdiagnosis raises more questions about the legality of Tiller’s late-term abortion operation. Last September, a 22-year old woman and her mother arrived at George Tiller’s Women’s Health Care Services in Wichita, Kansas, for an abortion. The pregnant woman had been sent to Tiller’s abortion mill by a doctor in Reno, Nevada, who had told her that her baby suffered from dwarfism, water on the brain, and a number of other fetal abnormalities. He also told her that if she attempted to deliver the baby at term, she could die. Fearful for her life, the woman made the trip to Wichita, KS. At the abortion clinic gate, sidewalk counselor Judi Weldy offered literature to the women, who stopped to talk. They explained that they were Christians who would not have considered abortion, but they felt like there was no choice since it was a medical necessity. Judi referred the women to Choices Medical Clinic, a pro-life clinic directly n...

Operation Rescue: AG Six Denies Evidence to Grand Jury, Becomes Part Of Abortion Corruption Scandal Topeka, KS — Kansas Attorney General Stephen Six is refusing to honor a subpoena issued by a Sedgwick County grand jury investigating late-term abortionist George R. Tiller. The subpoena asked for 60 abortion records obtained by former Attorney General Phill Kline that had been approved for release by the Kansas Supreme Court and have already had all information redacted from them that could identify the patients. Six cited the fact that the Supreme Court issued a stay on the enforcement of other grand jury subpoenas for 2,000 abortion records from Tiller’s clinic on Tuesday, as reason for not complying with his subpoena. “There are no privacy considerations with the records in the custody of the Attorney General’s office,” said Cheryl Sullenger, Senior Policy Advisor for Operation Rescue. “If Mr. Six does not want to comply with the law, he shouldn’t be the Attorney General.” MORE My ...

Kansas Supreme Court Stays Order To Produce Abortion Records Delay heightens concerns of records tampering Topeka, KS – The Kansas Supreme Court today issued a stay on the production of 2,000 abortion records that George R. Tiller had been ordered to hand over to a Sedgwick County grand jury that is investigating him for committing illegal late-term abortions. The stay was signed by Chief Justice Kay McFarland, a well-known and avid abortion supporter. No decision will be made before February 25, 2008. Operation Rescue president Troy Newman issues the following statement concerning the latest delay in the grand jury investigation: “This delay only heightens concerns that when the abortion records are finally produced, that the grand jury will be given records that have been tampered with or altered in some way so as to keep incriminating evidence out of the hands of the grand jury. We are painfully aware that the tampering of abortion records has already occurred in another illegal ...

Overruled: Tiller’s Motions For Stay In Producing Abortion Records Fail Tiller files mandamus action with Kansas Supreme Court in desperate move to deny grand jury potentially incriminating evidence Wichita, KS – Attorneys for late-term abortionist George R. Tiller were in court this morning asking Judge Paul Buchanan for a stay of his order that over 2,000 late-term abortion records should be produced for the grand jury. Laura Shanneyfelt told the court that a mandamus action was filed with the Kansas Supreme Court this morning asking for all four subpoenas issued by the grand jury be quashed and requesting an emergency stay while the court considered their motion. Shanneyfelt asked Judge Buchanan to stay his order to produce records pending the outcome of the Supreme Court motions. Judge Buchanan denied that motion and refused to issue a stay of any length. Tiller was to have begun the process of producing the abortion records Thursday at noon, but that deadline passed without any in...

Wichita, KS – Judge Paul Buchanan ruled today that medical records must be handed over to a grand jury investigating illegal late-term abortions at George R. Tiller’s Women’s Health Care Services under the condition that identifying information about the patients be redacted. The records will then be provided to an independent attorney and physician appointed by the judge. They will screen the records to determine if there are irregularities before turning them over to the grand jury. “Today’s ruling is a victory for truth and justice,” said Operation Rescue President Troy Newman, who was present during the court hearing. MORE Here is my favorite part of this story from Operation Rescue: Tiller’s legal team was joined by Bonnie Scott Jones of New York’s Center for Reproductive Rights, who argued on behalf of three former Tiller patients that the records be denied or heavily redacted for privacy considerations. “The privacy that they seem so worried about is just a red herring to defle...

Wichita, Kansas – Attorneys for abortionist George R. Tiller filed motions with Judge Paul Buchanan to quash two subpoenas issued by a grand jury asking for nearly 2,000 late-term abortion records. The subpoenas allow for the redaction of the patients’ names and other identifying information, making the privacy of the women a non-issue. “Tiller’s effort to deny the grand jury necessary evidence in a criminal investigation is a last desperate act of a man who is destined to go to jail,” said Operation Rescue President Troy Newman. “Tiller expects the court to help him hide incriminating evidence from people who have the legal ability to indict him. This judge has already rejected a similar motion to deny other subpoenas issued by the grand jury. We are praying, for the sake of truth and justice, that this ploy is denied as well.” The subpoenas were issued on January 22, just one week after Newman testified before the grand jury and presented over 200 pages of evidence gathered by Operat...

Tiller once again tries to obstruct justice, but judge insists he show evidence Mary Kay Culp, Executive Director of Kansans for Life said:"Although we are disappointed that Nola Foulston's assistant is still in charge of this grand jury, we are elated that the judge stopped Tiller's attempt to deny the grand jury evidence they requested. "And it is our most fervent hope that the records requested go beyond the 2003 records due (because of the five year statute of limitations) to time out this year!" The following story came exclusively from the KAKE Television Station in Wichita, KS. See the video of the story below, and the written story below that. Judge Denies Request in Tiller Grand Jury A judge ruled against attorneys for local abortion provider Dr. George Tiller Thursday. They wanted to halt a grand jury's request for sensitive clinic documents. Tiller is under investigation for possibly performing illegal late term abortions. The grand jury's fi...

Wichita, KS -- Operation Rescue will hold a press conference on the eve of the 35th memorial of Roe v. Wade to release compelling evidence, including some previously unpublished documentation, that illegal late-term abortions may be continuing at Women's Health Care Services, the late-term abortion mill operated by George R. Tiller. Operation Rescue conducted a covert investigation into late-term abortions at WHCS. Results of that investigation will be released. It includes photographic evidence that will be made public for the first time. OR will also be making an announcement concerning the investigation. Press Conference Details WHEN: Monday, January 21, 2008, 1:00 PM WHERE: 3013 E. Central Ave, Wichita, KS at Operation Rescue's new national headquarters located in a former abortion building. Tiller is currently under investigation by a Sedgwick County grand jury for suspected illegal late-term abortions. Operation Rescue President Troy Newman testified before the grand ju...

Late term abortionist George Tiller and Planned Parenthood accomplice, AG Paul Morrison has resigned in the midst of a sex scandal. Get the scoop here and here. This is truly a Christmas miracle and the answer to prayer. Please join me in my ongoing prayer for Paul Morrison (who calls himself "Catholic") and his continuing conversion. Praise the Lord! Thank you, Operation Rescue! Thank you, all who participated in this through your work and prayers. Miracles do happen !!! Related Posts: It's Time For Morrison to Resign Tiller - Controlled Robot Morrison Slithers Into KS on Backs of Dead Babies Special Report: What The Secular Press Won't Tell You about “Catholic” Paul Morrison, Attorney General Candidate in Kansas Kline drops bomb on O'Reilly Factor - Updated HOW DO THEY STAND ON MORAL ISSUES? Kline Memo Cites “Tiller’s Blood Money” Revealing Morrison’s Plan To Disregard Laws ABORTION LAWS TAKE SECOND PLACE TO DOLLAR SIGNS KLINE ON O'REILLY FACTOR: JUST I...

Wichita, KS – Operation Rescue has send a letter to Lee Thompson, an attorney who is representing late-term abortionist George R. Tiller, demanding an apology for untrue and potentially slanderous comments he has repeatedly made in the media. Thompson has repeatedly referred the legal effort by citizens to convene a grand jury to investigate Tiller wrongdoing as “vigilantism.” Thompson was most recently quoted in the Wichita Eagle today as saying, “This is a proceeding brought for harassment and in bad faith by the petition gatherers. You approach the level of vigilantism, and I think we see that happening in this instance.” “This comment is nothing more than a vicious attack and patently false accusation against the integrity of the over 7,000 registered voters of Sedgwick County who exercised their citizenship by calling for the grand jury investigation,” said Operation Rescue President Troy Newman in a letter to Thompson. “Vigilantism is when the people take the laws into their own...

Will Justice be Served or Will Abortionists Remain Above the Law? Topeka, Kansas – Abortionist George Tiller is accused of making a living by breaking Kansas law regarding late term abortion. Kansas allows abortions committed on viable babies only in cases of protecting the life and health of the mother. As hearings last week showed, the mental health exception can be for a “single episode of depression” that the abortionist and his accomplice (the second doctor’s opinion) ascertain is life-threatening. This is a profound disrespect for both human life and Kansas law. Judy Smith, State Director of Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Kansas said, “Abortion providers are not above the law; post-viable abortions performed for vague and flimsy reasons are an affront to Kansans and to the lawmakers who sacrifice their time and efforts to enact laws. Abortionists should be called to account for their winking at the law. State agencies should also be accountable to the people of Kansas and m...