Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio

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Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio
AbbreviationRTLACO
Formation2017
TypeAdvocacy group
PurposePro-life activism
HeadquartersChillicothe, Ohio, United States
President
Kate Makra
AffiliationsProtect Women Ohio

The Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio is an advocacy organization based in Ohio that promotes policies aimed at protecting human life from conception until natural death.[1][2] Operating as a coalition of pro-life groups across the state, it focuses on legislative advocacy, emphasizes grassroots involvement, and opposes measures that it views as dehumanizing unborn children.[3][4][5][6] The coalition aims to provide a unified voice for the pro-life movement in Ohio by addressing the need for a new approach to champion the right to life in the 21st century, using a consistent holistic pro-life standard to evaluate policies and elected officials or candidates, and maintaining that human life begins at conception.[7][8]

The organization fosters direct member input and representation at every level to build an authentic grassroots organization, positioning itself as a group that empowers local pro-life member organizations to maximize their effectiveness in defending life.[9] It advocates for ethical vaccine policies that align with its pro-life principles and provides resources on life issues, including legislation and monthly induced abortion reports.[10][11] The coalition collaborates with allied groups to advance its goals in the pro-life movement and seeks to influence public policy through direct engagement with lawmakers and the public.[12][13] Emphasizing the importance of consistent pro-life principles in all aspects of advocacy, it works to build a culture of life by addressing issues beyond abortion, including end-of-life care, while encouraging participation from diverse pro-life groups to strengthen its impact and educating the public on the science of human development to support its positions.[14][15][16]

History

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The Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio was established in 2017 during the Bringing America Back to Life conference held in Cleveland, forming to strengthen local pro-life leadership and develop consistent standards for evaluating policies and officials.[17] Ed Sitter served as the initial president of the organization while also representing Greater Toledo Right to Life, with Margie Christie later becoming president while holding the position of executive director at Dayton Right to Life, and Kate Makra subsequently taking over as president.[18][19][20][21] The coalition emerged in part to advocate for the heartbeat bill which bans abortions after a fetal heartbeat is detected, and it has been active in efforts aligned with overturning Roe v. Wade, which it described as responsible for significant loss of life since 1973.[22][23][24][25]

Positioning itself outside more mainstream pro-life groups such as Ohio Right to Life, the coalition has grown to include over 35 Ohio pro-life groups and has maintained a focus on empowering local pro-life member organizations to maximize their effectiveness in defending life.[26][27] It has reacted to major events such as the fall of Roe v. Wade by calling for the immediate implementation of protective laws in Ohio, while facing internal changes with leaders transitioning roles within member groups and continuing to adapt its strategies in response to Ohio's changing legal landscape on abortion.[28][29] The organization has marked milestones such as the first Ohio State March for Life, hosted events like the Founder's Salute to honor contributors to the pro-life cause, aligned with national trends in the pro-life movement following key court decisions, expanded its network through partnerships with like-minded groups across the state, responded to ballot measures by mobilizing its base for opposition, and celebrated legislative victories that align with its goals while adapting to post-Roe realities by pushing for state-level restrictions.[30][31][32][33]

Activities

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The Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio engages in advocacy to build a culture of life by supporting women with health care and services for pregnancies and child-rearing, while participating in coalitions such as Protect Women Ohio, which opposes amendments seen as anti-parent and extreme on abortion issues.[34][35][36][37] Viewing education and awareness as key tools for promoting respect for life at all stages, it has endorsed political candidates such as Ron Hood in the Ohio House 78th District race and candidates like Vivek Ramaswamy for governor, highlighting their pro-life stance.[38][39][40][41] The coalition withdrew its endorsement from Governor Mike DeWine and Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted in 2020, citing concerns over health department appointments and handling of abortion clinics during the COVID-19 pandemic, including opposition to the selection of Dr. Amy Acton as director due to perceived sympathies with Planned Parenthood and criticism of the re-issuance of a license to Women’s Med Center in Dayton.[42][43][44]

The organization has been part of efforts to oppose certain euthanasia initiatives such as those promoted by Compassion and Choices, divides Ohio into districts for administrative purposes to facilitate its operations, and has collaborated with legal entities such as the Thomas More Society for counsel in pro-life efforts.[45][46] It has reacted to court decisions like the overturning of Roe v. Wade by pushing for immediate implementation of protective laws, participated in events such as the Ohio State March for Life to rally support for pro-life causes, provided testimony in legislative hearings to advance its positions on life issues, expressed disappointment in political figures who do not align with its strict pro-life standards, engaged in public statements to counter narratives it views as false regarding fetal development, and organized events like the Biggest Best Buckeye Baby Shower to support pregnant women.[47][48][49][50][51][52][53] The coalition has advocated for the disposition of fetal remains in legislation like Senate Bill 27, supported efforts to ban telemedicine for abortion services citing risks to women, pushed for laws that treat abortion as murder in certain contexts, backed the 2363 Act introduced to protect every child and end abortion in Ohio, supported the heartbeat bill in Ohio, opposed bills that it believes compromise on life issues, testified in support of bills requiring screening of fetal development videos in schools, rallied at the Statehouse to stand for life post-Roe v. Wade, criticized narratives that dehumanize the unborn in public discourse, hosted events to honor founders and supporters of the pro-life movement, and provided resources for local outreach in pro-life advocacy.[54][55][56][57][58][59][60][61][62]

The coalition has engaged in voter guides to inform on pro-life positions, reacted to ballot measures like Issue 1 with opposition campaigns, collaborated with national pro-life networks to amplify its message, participated in multi-state efforts to address post-Roe challenges, focused on parental rights in its opposition to reproductive rights amendments, aligned with conservative business groups in certain political campaigns, contributed to debates on internal strategies within the pro-life movement, and worked to influence voter turnout in key elections related to life issues.[63][64][65][66][67]

Legislation

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The Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio supported the Human Life Protection Act following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization to end abortion in Ohio, and in 2019, the organization's lobbyist Barry Sheets assisted in drafting a bill that proposed a total ban on abortion by subjecting performers to potential murder charges.[68][69][70][71] The coalition backed House Bill 182, which aimed to ban most private insurance coverage of abortions, and supported House Bill 485, known as the Baby Olivia Act, which mandates showing fetal development videos in public schools starting in third grade, requiring annual screenings of videos like Meet Baby Olivia or ultrasound footage in courses on human growth or sexuality.[72][73][74][75][76][77] The organization defended the legislation against claims of it being propaganda by emphasizing its educational value in teaching the science behind conception, opposed the Medical Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment bill, and worked to add class 3 felony penalties to existing sanctions against assisted suicide.[78]

The coalition advocated for Senate Bill 27, which deals with the disposition of fetal remains after abortions, supported efforts to ban telemedicine for abortion services arguing it poses risks to women, pushed for laws that treat abortion as murder in certain contexts, backed the 2363 Act introduced to protect every child and end abortion in Ohio, supported the heartbeat bill in Ohio, opposed bills that it believes compromise on life issues such as those allowing exceptions in abortion restrictions, advocated for the Enact Baby Olivia Act to educate students on human development, supported House Bill 324 on health issues related to life, opposed the Ohio abortion amendment by participating in campaigns against it, backed bills like the failed abortion law to ensure no one is left to die, pushed for the Down Syndrome abortion ban in Ohio, supported the Texas-style abortion restriction in Ohio, advocated for bills that criminalize IVF and some contraceptives, opposed the 24-hour abortion waiting period block in Ohio, backed legislation to require teaching about unborn children in schools, supported measures to restrict abortion after six weeks, and opposed compromises in pro-life laws to maintain strict standards.[79][80][81][82][83][84][85][86][87][88][89][90][91][92]

Organizational structure

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The Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio operates with a board of delegates to ensure statewide representation, maintains an executive committee to coordinate coalition activities, includes a legislative steering committee to evaluate legislation and develop strategies, and features a political action panel to engage with candidates and elected officials based on pro-life standards.[93] It holds membership meetings at the annual Bringing America Back to Life conference in Cleveland and comprises multiple local anti-abortion organizations, including Cleveland Right to Life, with founding members such as Greater Toledo Right to Life, Dayton Right to Life, Right to Life of Greater Cincinnati, and Cleveland Right to Life.[94] The organization allows affiliate groups to join other organizations as long as they adhere to its policy statement, employs lobbyists such as Barry Sheets to influence legislation, has a policy that emphasizes nurturing new life and strengthening the culture of life, divides the state into five districts for better coordination of local efforts, and has an ethical vaccine policy as part of its pro-life stance.[95][96]

The coalition maintains partnerships with member groups like Henry County Right to Life for resources, coordinates with founding members to ensure unified action, uses its structure to evaluate and respond to legislative proposals efficiently, incorporates a design that allows for rapid mobilization on key issues, and incorporates input from member groups in decision-making processes.[97][98]

Coalition involvement

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The Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio serves as a founding member of Protect Women Ohio, a coalition formed in February 2023 to oppose a proposed constitutional amendment on abortion rights, holding a position on the board alongside Ohio Right to Life and the Center for Christian Virtue.[99][100][101] The coalition launched a five million dollar advertising campaign in March 2023 to highlight concerns that the amendment would eliminate parental consent requirements for minors seeking abortions, participated in efforts to oppose Ohio Issue 1—a 2023 ballot measure aimed at protecting abortion access—and united over 35 Ohio pro-life groups to oppose certain euthanasia initiatives.[102][103][104]

The organization has been involved in broader national discussions on anti-abortion strategies post-Roe v. Wade, worked with groups like the Center for Christian Virtue in campaigns against reproductive rights amendments, contributed to efforts to maintain parental involvement in minors' medical decisions through opposition to constitutional changes, launched multi-million dollar ad buys in support of Issue 1 during final weeks, announced coalition members and campaign hires for Protect Women Ohio, collaborated with Susan B Anthony Pro-Life America in opposition to abortion amendments, focused on protecting women and children through its coalition work, engaged in multi-faceted campaigns to defeat extreme anti-parent amendments, worked to end abortion in Ohio through legislative and ballot measures, collaborated with national figures to advance its agenda, and participated in campaigns to defeat extreme proposals on reproductive rights.[105][106][107][108][109][110]

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The Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio filed a lawsuit in 2021 against Capital Care of Toledo, alleging unlicensed practice of medicine through advertising abortion services, seeking an injunction and declaratory relief under Ohio statutes prohibiting unauthorized medical practice.[111][112][113] The clinic ceased operations in 2022, and the appellate court found no ongoing controversy since the defendants stopped the alleged activities.[114][115]

The organization has been involved in legal challenges related to clinic licensing and operations, partnered with the Thomas More Society for legal counsel in its efforts, been part of amicus briefs in cases like the constitutionality of Ohio's Down Syndrome abortion ban, challenged Ohio abortion laws through legal actions, engaged in litigation to enforce restrictions on abortion providers, supported legal efforts to uphold pro-life laws in court, and collaborated with legal partners to defend its positions in judicial proceedings.[116]

Endorsements

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The Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio has endorsed candidates who align with its pro-life standards, such as Josh Mandel in the U.S. Senate race, withdrawing support from Governor Mike DeWine over decisions perceived as not sufficiently pro-life, and endorsing Vivek Ramaswamy for Ohio governor citing his unequivocal pro-life position.[117][118][119][120] It has provided endorsements for state house candidates like Ron Hood, collaborated with Ohio Value Voters in endorsing candidates like Jim Renacci, endorsed Angie King for state representative, provided endorsements for D.J. Swearingen based on pro-life criteria, and issued endorsements through its political action panel.[121][122][123]

The organization has endorsed Levi Dean for office and Claggett for Ohio, using endorsements to influence elections in favor of pro-life candidates, withdrawing support from candidates who deviate from its standards, coordinating endorsements with allied groups for greater impact, endorsing candidates in primary races to promote pro-life agendas, and prioritizing endorsements for those committed to ending abortion.[124]

Criticism

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The Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio has faced criticism for its role in drafting bills that include procedures like changing the site of implantation in ectopic pregnancies to an intrauterine site, drawn opposition from pro-abortion groups in legal battles over clinic closures, faced scrutiny for its ties to national pro-life operatives, been criticized for its strategies in ballot measure campaigns, and scrutinized for its connections to conservative funding networks.[125][126][127][128][129][130][131][132] It has also faced opposition for its efforts to close abortion clinics through legal means.[133]

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