The Democratic National Committee (DNC) convention has long been a gathering where liberal policies are championed. But the events surrounding this year’s convention have crossed a line that should concern every American who values family and the sanctity of life.

Just a stone’s throw from the convention, Planned Parenthood offered free abortion pills and vasectomies. This move wasn’t just a political statement – it was a brazen attempt to normalize and even celebrate practices that many Americans find morally reprehensible. The proximity of these services to the DNC convention is no coincidence; it’s a chilling indicator of where the party’s priorities truly lie.

Let’s be clear: the DNC’s embrace of Planned Parenthood’s agenda is not about empowering women or providing healthcare – it’s about furthering an ideology that seeks to dismantle the traditional family structure. The nuclear family, a cornerstone of American society, is under relentless attack from progressive forces, and this latest move is part of a broader strategy to undermine its foundations. Offering free abortion pills and vasectomies in conjunction with a major political event sends a dangerous message: that life is disposable, and that the family unit is irrelevant.

This isn’t about choice; it’s about promoting a culture of convenience at the expense of responsibility, morality and the values that have long defined our nation.

What’s even more disturbing was the atmosphere of the convention itself. This serious political gathering took on the feel of a fraternity or sorority party, infused with a sense of revelry and self-congratulation completely out of touch with the gravity of the issues at hand.

The DNC has become a spectacle where ideology trumps reality, and where the consequences of the policies celebrated are conveniently ignored. For those who believe in the sanctity of life, the importance of family, and the need for moral clarity in our society, the DNC’s alignment with Planned Parenthood’s agenda is a wake-up call. This is not just a policy debate – it’s a battle for the soul of our nation and it’s being mainstreamed by one of America’s major political parties.

If you’re not paying attention to what’s happening, you should be. The DNC’s actions are a clear indication of a broader agenda that seeks to fundamentally transform America – and not for the better.

It’s time to stand up for life, family and the values that have made this country great. The stakes have never been higher, and the choices we make now will determine the future of our nation.

A vote is not a valentine, you aren't confessing your love for the candidate. It's a chess move for the world you want to live in, and some of us need to brush up on our skills in playing the game!

Ashley Carter is a wife, mother, and grandmother living in Elmore County, where she and her husband run Farm to Table Living and Carter Farms. Ashley serves as Controller and Executive Assistant at 1819 News. She is currently working on an inspirational book of short stories. To connect with the author of this story or to comment, email ashley.carter@1819news.com.

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