“So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them” (Gen. 1:27)
Arizona is currently facing a significant threat to human dignity in the form of a ballot initiative titled “Arizona Abortion Access Act.” If passed, this would make Arizona one of the most extreme pro-abortion states in the nation since it allows for abortion for “mental health” reasons.
A “no” vote would mean current pro-life laws remain on the books, restricting abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
A “yes” vote would make abortion legal anytime prior to “fetal viability.” It would prevent the state legislature from enacting any new laws to protect the preborn prior to viability and even allow a late-term abortion if keeping the child would affect the mother’s “mental health.” If passed, the amendment will also overturn all existing regulations on abortion, making it nearly impossible to pass future restrictions, and will likely weaken the conscience rights of healthcare workers and institutions.
- Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.
- Voting information can be found here: https://my.arizona.vote/PortalList.aspx
What can Arizona Baptists do to stand for life in the upcoming election?
There are several ways you can work to promote a culture of life in Arizona:
- Pray for wisdom and discernment for voters in Arizona, for the defeat of this amendment, and for a robust culture of life to take hold.
- Stand for life at the ballot box. Every vote against this amendment counts in the effort to protect life.
- Educate others by helping them understand the true nature of this amendment.
- Advocate by contacting your local representatives, expressing your concerns about this amendment, and encouraging them to stand firm in their defense of life.
- Support pro-life organizations by volunteering with or donating to those who are actively working to defeat this amendment and promote a culture of life in Arizona.
Read more on Arizona’s state election resources.
