Americans United for Life (AUL) is an American anti-abortion public interest law firm and advocacy group based in Washington, D.C.

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  John Mize · [email protected]
April 5, 2024 at 2:50 PM

IVF in Alabama: The Real Story

Dear John,  I'm excited to share with you that I have just written an opinion piece that was published today in the Wall Street Journal with former Vice President Mike Pence. This critical piece affirms the rightness of the Alabama Supreme Court’s ruling, lays out the principle of protection for t…
  John Mize · [email protected]
March 31, 2024 at 12:00 PM

Happy Easter from Americans United for Life

Dear John, "He is not here: for he is risen, as he said." - Matthew 28:6  The joy of that first Easter morning fills me with such wonder and awe at the immense power of our God. These first two months at Americans United for Life have convinced me more and more that we will win this battle for life …
  John Mize · [email protected]
March 29, 2024 at 2:44 PM

Supreme Court Oral Arguments Highlights

Dear John,  The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Tuesday in Food and Drug Administration v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine, the case that challenges the FDA’s 2016 and 2021 actions that removed patient health and safety safeguards for chemical abortion drugs. AUL was privileged to represent the…
  John Mize · [email protected]
March 26, 2024 at 9:00 PM

Last Call!

Dear John,  I have returned from the rally outside the Supreme Court, where dozens of pro-life leaders gathered during the oral arguments in Food and Drug Administration v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine. I had the opportunity to speak at the press conference, and I am so inspired by the other …
  John Mize · [email protected]
March 19, 2024 at 9:30 PM

Just one week remains...

Dear John,  Just one week remains before oral arguments take place in Food and Drug Administration v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine. That means that Americans United for Life has one week to go in our $25,000 matching gift challenge! Donate today to bring your voice to the Supreme Court.  Dona…
  John Mize · [email protected]
March 14, 2024 at 9:07 PM

Matching Gift Opportunity!

Dear John, I hope you saw my email from earlier this week announcing an exciting $25,000 matching gift challenge!  The Supreme Court of the United States is set to hear oral arguments in Food and Drug Administration v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine in less than two weeks. This will take place …
  John Mize · [email protected]
March 12, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Make your voice heard at the Supreme Court!

Dear John, In just two weeks, the Supreme Court of the United States will hear oral arguments in Food and Drug Administration v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine. A victory in this case will hold the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) accountable for unlawfully endangering lives. Americans United…
  John Mize · [email protected]
March 8, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Happy International Women’s Day!

Dear John,  Happy International Women’s Day to the women in your life! Today, at Americans United for Life we celebrate the dignity of womanhood. The incredible gift of woman to create and carry life within her very being is nothing short of a miracle. We celebrate this gift and the beauty of the …
  Tom Shakely · [email protected]
March 2, 2024 at 2:49 PM

LISTEN: AUL CEO testifies in Colorado

Dear John,  The advancement of physician-assisted suicide is heating up during this legislative session in many states across the country. Americans United for Life stands in fierce opposition to these bills, and our litigators and leaders have taken the stand as expert witness to argue against th…
  John Mize · [email protected]
February 27, 2024 at 6:58 PM

You're needed now more than ever

Dear John, I come from a challenging beginning.  My biological father left my mother while she was pregnant with me, the youngest of three boys. Mom was uneducated, unemployed, and without much of a support system.Despite the odds and what had to be a great deal of pressure to pursue an abortion, …
  John Mize · [email protected]
February 1, 2024 at 10:05 PM

AUL is building bridges in the nation's capital

Dear John,  Americans United for Life was on the frontlines this week in an effort to support the Congressional move toward a child tax credit. The Washington Post just published an opinion piece entitled, “I’m pro-choice, but I’m grateful for what pro-life groups did this week.” Alyssa Rosenberg,…
  John Mize · [email protected]
January 22, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Why we're still marching

Dear John,  Despite the snow and freezing temperatures, the March for Life was a phenomenal success on Friday in DC. Thousands turned out to show their support for all human life, especially the unborn.   To re-cap the March, I wanted to share this article in The American Conservative from America…
  John Mize · [email protected]
January 19, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Wanted you to see this

Dear John,  As we prepare to march for life in just a few hours, I wanted to share with you this fascinating video interview that Americans United for Life's Tom Shakely did recently with Jor-El Godsey of Heartbeat International. In this exclusive interview, Jor-El illustrates Heartbeat's extensiv…
  Tom Shakely · [email protected]
January 18, 2024 at 7:00 PM

Where does your state stand on life?

Dear John,  Americans United for Life's 2024 Life List was just recently featured on ETWN's Pro-Life Weekly. The 2024 Life List meticulously ranks each state from the most to the least pro-life. The Life List offers a comprehensive evaluation based on state laws pertaining to abortion, legal recog…
  John Mize · [email protected]
January 18, 2024 at 12:30 AM

Thank you for supporting AUL!

Dear John,  It's my first week here at Americans United for Life, and I couldn't be more thrilled to be serving you in my new role of Chief Executive Officer. I want to take a moment to introduce myself and say thank you for your support of AUL through the years. I invite you to take a look at the…
  Danielle Zuccaro · [email protected]
January 12, 2024 at 4:00 PM

AUL at the March for Life

Dear John,  The March for Life is right around the corner! Americans United for Life will be on the ground to march with the wider pro-life movement next week, Friday, January 19th. We will be handing out pro-life signs and stickers along the way, so be sure to look out for us if you plan to be ther…
  Jay Cunningham · [email protected]
January 11, 2024 at 12:04 PM

John Mize Appointed CEO of Americans United for Life

Dear John,  On behalf of the Board of Directors of Americans United for Life, I am honored and grateful to start 2024 with an exciting update about AUL. Our Board has enthusiastically voted to appoint John Mize as our new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). John is a strategic leader and nonprofit exec…
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
December 25, 2023 at 1:05 PM

Merry Christmas from AUL

Dear John,   Merry Christmas from Americans United for Life! As you gather with family and friends during this special day, I thank you for your gracious support of AUL and our movement this year.  This holiday has great meaning for those of us who are pro-life. In a cold, lonely stable, the Son of…
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
December 1, 2023 at 3:04 PM

Giving Tuesday was a success!

 Dear John,We are so grateful for the support of our donors, who enable our legal and policy work to defend and protect all human life - born and unborn.  Thanks to our gracious supporters on Giving Tuesday, we raised over $16,000 online, which will be matched 3x! We are so appreciative of this outp…
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
November 29, 2023 at 1:30 AM

Just a few hours left...

 Dear John,  Just a few hours remain on Giving Tuesday to help AUL make a difference for life as we near the end of 2023!    Please take a moment to watch this video about why you should give on this Giving Tuesday.    Will you join us today by making an online gift of support? All online gifts will…
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
November 28, 2023 at 9:37 PM

Time's running out

Dear John,  Time is running out to make your Giving Tuesday gift today. Remember, all online gifts will be matched 3x - today only!   Your support will enable us to continue defending vulnerable people as we work on the frontlines of the legal battle for life all across our nation. Please join us to…
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
November 23, 2023 at 1:00 PM

Happy Thanksgiving!

Dear John,    As you gather around your Thanksgiving table today, I hope you're reminded of the most beautiful blessings we have to celebrate this year—chief among them, the blessing of life! We have much to be thankful for, despite the ups and downs that have come as we work hard for the cause of l…
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
November 16, 2023 at 5:47 PM

Life is Worth Giving 🤰

Dear John,    In this season of gratitude, we at Americans United for Life want to thank you for your continued support of our mission. We believe that life is worth living. That’s why we work hard day in and day out to ensure that all lives are protected and defended from the moment of conception u…
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
November 8, 2023 at 4:35 PM

Standing Together for Life After Ohio

Dear John,  I am confident you closely followed the election results last evening along with me and our team. By now you likely are aware we lost in Ohio. Voters overwhelmingly cast their ballot to enshrine abortion into the state constitution. This is a bitter pill, and there's no sugarcoating it…
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
November 2, 2023 at 7:30 PM

How to win the battle for life in your state

Dear John,   Election Day is right around the corner and all eyes are on Ohio, where voters will take to the polls to determine whether or not abortion will be enshrined in their state constitution. Pro-lifers are pulling out all the stops; meanwhile Big Abortion is massively out-funding all efforts…
  Tom Shakely · [email protected]
October 31, 2023 at 6:47 PM

Forsythe's “Pushing Roe Over the Brink” Continues to Inspire

Dear John,   Americans United for Life (AUL) has released its historic publication, “Pushing Roe v. Wade Over the Brink." The book is a must-read for every pro-life advocate.  Clarke Forsythe, Senior Counsel at Americans United for Life, was recently interviewed by Garrett Snedeker, Deputy Director …
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
October 27, 2023 at 8:32 PM

Your donations at work...

Dear John,    Thank you for your gracious support of Americans United for Life. Because of your generosity, our team was on the frontlines of the battle for life in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts once again, providing testimony against two bills which would legalize physician-assisted suicide. AU…
  Tom Shakely · [email protected]
October 12, 2023 at 1:29 PM

“Pushing Roe Over the Brink”: Get your digital copy today.

Dear John,    Americans United for Life (AUL) has released its historic publication, “Pushing Roe v. Wade Over the Brink." The book is a must read for every pro-life advocate. We're excited to announce you can now purchase "Pushing Roe" digitally on Kindle and Apple Books.  Clarke D. Forsythe and Al…
  Danielle G. Pimentel, J.D. · [email protected]
October 5, 2023 at 6:34 PM

Pregnancy resource centers need our help

  Dear John,  As I waited to testify, the atmosphere in the hearing room was tense. I could feel the senate and house members watch me as I walked to the table to give my testimonial. I took my seat and began my researched and thorough testimony against HB 377 and SB 174 in Boston, Massachusetts. Th…
  Carolyn McDonnell · [email protected]
September 14, 2023 at 9:19 PM

Stand against Physician-Assisted Suicide this September

Dear John, “It’s great to be alive,” Jeanette reflects on the eve of her 70th birthday.   At the age of 55, Jeanette was diagnosed with inoperable colon cancer. As an Oregon resident, she knew she was eligible for physician-assisted suicide, so she went to her first appointment with her oncologist,…
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
August 31, 2023 at 4:05 PM

Is silencing pro-life voices free speech?

Dear John,  I have some exciting news from Americans United for Life, and I want to personally let you know about it. I hope you will consider supporting our pro-life legal efforts after reading about the update below. www.aul.org/give.      65-year-old Debra Vitagliano of Westchester County, New Yo…
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
July 6, 2023 at 3:19 PM

July News and Pro-Life Updates

   Pushing Roe v. Wade Over the Brink: The Battle for America’s Heart, the Human Right to Life, and a Future Full of Hope.Clarke D. Forsythe and Alexandra DeSanctis, renowned authors and advocates for the sanctity of life, have written a powerful and enlightening book that sheds light on the incredi…
  Tom Shakely · [email protected]
July 4, 2023 at 1:05 PM

Happy Independence Day!

Dear John,   As we gather today with friends and family from near and far, we at Americans United for Life wanted to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a Happy Independence Day. This day is a wonderful reminder of the freedoms and ideals that we cherish and hold dear: life, liberty, and t…
  Tom Shakely · [email protected]
June 30, 2023 at 12:30 AM

Introducing "Pushing Roe Over the Brink" AUL's 50-Year Battle to Reclaim America's Heart

Dear John,   We hope you are enjoying your summer and continuing to celebrate the victory of the Dobbs anniversary. Today, we are thrilled to share an exciting announcement with you!    Clarke D. Forsythe and Alexandra DeSanctis, renowned authors and advocates for the sanctity of life, have written …
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
June 24, 2023 at 12:00 PM

Today, we're celebrating more birthdays...

Dear John,   Today is a great day for the pro-life movement! Today we celebrate the one-year anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade as a result of the decision in the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health case. One year ago, pro-lifers all around the nation erupted with rejoicing when the U.S. Supr…
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
May 9, 2023 at 1:30 PM

Reminder: Register for A Time to Choose Webinar

   A Time to Choose: Suicide Assistance or Suicide Prevention?  Americans United for Life's A State Policymakers’ Webinar on Physician-Assisted Suicide takes place tomorrow!  Join Americans United for Life for a conversation with leading experts on why states should choose suicide prevention, and ho…
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
May 4, 2023 at 6:23 PM

WEBINAR: A Time to Choose: Suicide Assistance or Suicide Prevention?

   A Time to Choose: Suicide Assistance or Suicide Prevention?  You're invited to: A State Policymakers’ Webinar on Physician-Assisted Suicide Join Americans United for Life for a conversation with leading experts on why states should choose suicide prevention, and how policymakers can protect end-o…
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
April 13, 2023 at 7:30 PM

Did you see what AUL just filed?

Dear John,   I wanted to be sure you saw the news. On Tuesday, your Americans United for Life team filed a friend-of-the-court brief on behalf of 69 Members of the U.S. Congress in support of ending FDA approval of the abortion pill mifepristone.    The brief urged the Fifth Circuit to deny the Depa…
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
April 12, 2023 at 7:36 PM

It's Time to End FDA Approval of Abortion Pill Mifepristone

   It's Time to End FDA Approval of Abortion Pill Mifepristone Americans United for Life filed a friend-of-the-court brief on behalf of 69 Members of the U.S. Congress in support of ending FDA approval of the abortion pill mifepristone. The brief urged the Fifth Circuit to deny the Department of Jus…
  Kevin Tordoff · [email protected]
April 8, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Celebrating Easter. The Ultimate Gift of Life.

Dear John, In the biblical account, the week leading up to Easter Sunday is a tumultuous one. The Easter story is punctuated by moments of grief, fear, and sadness eclipsed by hope, joy, and wonder. As we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, we are reminded that we have been given the promise…
  Tom Shakely · [email protected]
April 5, 2023 at 5:35 PM

Will America Make Birth Free?

Dear John, We continue to be grateful for so much positive conversation around Americans United for Life's proposal to "Make Birth Free".  Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) affirmed the vision earlier this week in Washington, DC and we tweeted the video: Sen. Vance also shared his family's experience: “We go…
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
March 24, 2023 at 5:48 PM

AUL's Clarke Forsythe Testifies to Congress

   As State Legislative Sessions Slow, There Are Many Victories to Celebrate 1. The Oklahoma Supreme Court has upheld the state’s abortion ban that saves babies from abortions. Instead of striking down the measure, the state’s highest court clarified that abortions should be allow in extremely rare …
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
March 11, 2023 at 7:50 PM

A New Season Has Come

A New Season Has Come Americans United for Life Board of Directors Announce Leadership Transition DONATE A New Season Has Come We continue to advance the human right to life in cult…
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
February 16, 2023 at 12:00 AM

67 Members of Congress Join Our FDA Challenge

67 Members of Congress Join Our FDA Challenge Our brief is on behalf of 67 Members of Congress against the FDA's unlawful approval of abortion drugs. DONATE 67 Members of Congress J…
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
January 20, 2023 at 6:13 PM

Today, we March for Life together

Today, we March for Life together As we March for Life today in Washington DC, we celebrate for the first time Roe’s reversal and a brighter future.Now everyone is asking: what's next? DONATE …
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
January 11, 2023 at 6:59 PM

🚨 Year End Matching Opportunity Extended

🚨 Year End Matching Opportunity Extended A generous donor has extended our year-end match to January 15th! Double your impact to our critical mission with a gift for LIFE. View this email in your browser Dear John, This has been a mov…
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
January 4, 2023 at 11:59 PM

Biden’s FDA Pushes Abortion Pills 💔

Biden’s FDA Pushes Abortion Pills 💔 The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under President Biden has announced that it is making abortion pills available at brick-and-mortar pharmacies.  DONATE LAW & POLIC…
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
January 1, 2023 at 12:59 AM

Can You Help Pro-life Momentum Continue?

Can You Help Pro-life Momentum Continue? We have the momentum. 2022 was one of the most powerful shifts in culture and law on the issue of abortion in 50 years, let's keep going! DONATE LAW & POLICY | LEAR…
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
December 31, 2022 at 3:14 PM

Incredible Momentum for Life Going Into 2023

Incredible Momentum for Life Going Into 2023 2022 was one of the most powerful shifts in culture and law on the issue of abortion in 50 years. We have the momentum. Join us today. DONATE LAW & POLICY | LEA…
  Americans United for Life · [email protected]
December 30, 2022 at 5:14 PM

Reasons to Hope in the Year to Come

Reasons to Hope in the Year to Come We are grateful for all the ways you have supported our mission throughout this incredible year, and we hope you continue that partnership into 2023. View this email in your browser Dear John, With …