Victims of Abortion Speak Out
Susan Jones, CNSNews.com
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2003
"I regret my abortion" will be the theme of rallies across the country this week, as women who have had abortions gather "to tell the truth about abortion's emotional, spiritual, and physical consequences."
The group "Silent No More" is marking 30 years of legalized abortion with a campaign to let other women know they are not alone. "It's time to speak honestly about the pain we've lived with," said Susan Renne Mosley, a co-founder of Silent No More who had an abortion at age 15.
"We want to help other women who are hurting from abortion find peace. This campaign will let them know they're not alone, they don't have to live their life in pain, there is hope. We've found help and they can too. They need to know about the programs, books and resources available to help them," Mosley said in a press release.
The group planned to hold events in every state capital between Jan. 17-25, and members will come to Washington, D.C., on Wednesday.
"We are the voice that hasn't been heard," said Georgette Forney, another co-founder of Silent No More, who had an abortion at age 16.
"There is a lot of talk about rights and choice, but very little attention is given to women who have abortions .... After 30 years it's time to listen to us, the women who have experienced it."
Actress Jennifer O'Neill is serving as the group's national spokeswoman.
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