An Expression of Sorrow
I was jolted and deeply saddened to see the news today that Dr. George Tiller was shot and killed this morning. Having worked professionally in reproductive rights previously and been an activist in the arena for years, I have been familiar with Dr. Tiller’s presence and work. Continuously I felt grateful for his contribution even among the hostility that was sometimes directed at him.
For those not familiar with Dr. Tiller, he was a long-time abortion doctor whose service included performing late-term abortions. It was this service that was often a target of anti-abortion activists and protests. There are very few places in this country (United States) where one may medically obtain an abortion after 21 weeks of pregnancy, and Dr. Tiller’s clinic was one of them. Abortions sought this late in a pregnancy are generally due to severe/life-threatening fetal abnormalities or out of concern for the health or life of the pregnant woman.
This is an expression of deep reverence and sorrow particularly to the family of George Tiller and those close to him. In addition I express again gratitude for Dr. Tiller’s service, especially in the midst of the threats that sometimes surrounded it.
And love to all.
Love,
Emerald
3 Responses “An Expression of Sorrow”
No, I didn’t know about this.
I’m offering my thoughts and prayers.
Thank you for posting, Emerald.
I understand that he was murdered in church? This is so profoundly sad. For Dr. Tiller’s family, but also for our society. I can only imagine the courage and dedication required to continue to do the right thing under such threats. I hope some awareness of the true goals of the “pro-life” stance will come will come out of this. Thank you for posting–this is a brave thing, too.
Thank you, Neve and Donna. Indeed, he was performing usher duty at the church he attended at the time.
Thank you both again for coming by. Namaste.