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Republicans promised to defend life. So why was the Life at Conception bill canceled? Maggie DeWitte, Executive Director of Pulse Life Advocates, joins the Iowa Crossroad Podcast to discuss the current state of the pro-life movement in Iowa following this year’s legislative session.In this conversation, we discuss the Life at Conception bill, HF 2332 and the canceled subcommittee that sparked concern among pro-life leaders, efforts to strengthen protections surrounding abortion pills, and the broader strategy moving forward after the overturning of Roe v. Wade.Maggie also shares where the movement goes from here, what the next unifying vision for the pro-life cause could be, and how Iowans can continue engaging in the fight for life.We also discuss the work being done through Pulse Life Advocates, upcoming events including the Christmas Gala featuring Jim Caviezel, and ways listeners can get involved.Chapters: 0:00 Who is Maggie DeWitte?1:12 Pulse Life Advocates priorities4:28 Rep Dunwell dealt huge blow to the pro-life cause6:04 If we don’t abolish abortion now, when will we do it?15:50 Where are we on the roadmap of the fight for life in Iowa? 27:35 We overturned Roe what is the current goal of the pro-life movement?31:56 How to get involved in the fight for life34:31 Upcoming pro-life events in Iowa

A candidate for Iowa Senate District 11. Her name is Mandee Shivers. Watch this. Mandee Shivers is running for Iowa Senate District 11—and her story is anything but typical politics.A wife, mom, and homesteader, Mandee has spent years working directly with survivors of sex trafficking, fighting to bring attention to some of the darkest issues facing women and children. That experience shaped her conviction that government should serve the people—not the other way around.Now, she’s stepping into the political arena to take that fight to the next level—focused on protecting families, defending freedoms, and pushing back against what she sees as a shift in Iowa’s values.In this conversation, we dive into her background, what pushed her to run, and the issues she believes aren’t getting enough attention. Follow and support her campaign at www.shiversforsenate.com, on Facebook at ShiversForSenate and on X Shivers4Senate.#IowaCrossroad #Iowa #farming #pesticides #RFKJr #chronicdisease #cancer #globalization #food #agriculture #UnitedStates #economicpolicy #news #politics #podcast Chapters:0:00 Why Shivers Is Running for Iowa Senate District 113:06 Could Iowa turn blue?5:55 Iowa Republicans are frustrated with the state GOP8:04 Life at conception and the path forward21:29 How to fix foster care30:55 Foster care funding and agencies keeping cases open34:52 Iowa's cancer crisis45:08 How to support Shivers' campaign

A candidate for Iowa Senate District 11. Her name is Hollie Zajicek. Watch this.Hollie Zajicek, the City of Norwalk’s economic development director, is running in the Republican primary for Iowa Senate District 11, bringing a background focused on growing local economies, attracting businesses, and creating jobs. A former USDA loan specialist and longtime economic development leader in Warren County and Norwalk, she has helped drive significant growth in the area, including hundreds of new jobs and businesses. Raised in a military family and having lived across the country, Zajicek returned to Iowa for its quality of life and now says she wants to bring her pro-growth, pro-family, and pro-freedom approach to the State Capitol, with an emphasis on strengthening economic opportunity, supporting communities, and maintaining Iowa as a place people want to live and invest. Follow and support her campaign at www.zajicekforiowasenate.com/ and www.facebook.com/ZajicekforIowaSenate#IowaCrossroad #Iowa #farming #pesticides #RFKJr #chronicdisease #cancer #globalization #food #agriculture #UnitedStates #economicpolicy #news #politics #podcast Chapters:0:00 Why Zajicek Is Running for Iowa Senate District 1110:41 Skyrocketing Cancer Rates13:30 Should chemical companies get legal Legal protections?16:54 Life at conception and the lack of action23:18 Big business land grab and eminent domain25:58 Property taxes in Iowa?

Many pro-life organizations, legislators, and voters strongly affirm that life begins at conception, yet many of the same voices openly support IVF without wrestling with the ethical tension it creates. In this video, I explore the direct conflict between a consistent life-at-conception position and the realities of IVF, where multiple embryos are often created, selected, frozen, or discarded. Rather than attacking individuals, this discussion challenges the movement to think carefully and consistently about what it truly means to defend life from conception and whether IVF can fit within that framework. The goal is not condemnation, but clarity, consistency, and an honest conversation about one of the most difficult issues facing the pro-life movement today.Here are some links to the resources I used during the video...How many eggs are enough for In Vitro Fertilization - https://rmanetwork.com/blog/number-of-eggs-good-ivf-in-vitro-fertilization/Preimplantation Genetic Testing - https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7197420/Gender Selection - https://rmanetwork.com/blog/gender-selection-ivf/Chrissy Teigen explains why she chose her baby's sex during IVF - https://www.today.com/parents/chrissy-teigen-explains-why-she-chose-her-baby-s-sex-t75896https://x.com/Maxwell_pringlehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588176761310

Religion is a system of beliefs, practices, values, and worldviews by which humans seek to order themselves through worship, moral teachings, and rituals. Some religions teach humans to worship one god or another. Other religions teach humans to seek enlightenment.In other words religions always seek to impose moralteachings on others. This is an obvious fact. Christians want to impose a standard of morality that aligns very closely to the traditionally held moral teachings that our country was founded upon. Islam seeks to impose their moral teachings to include killing infidels, calls to prayer, child marriages, etcetera. In fact in Dearborn MI the call to prayer is broadcasted over theloud speakers multiple times a day. This subjects all other citizens to the prayers of Muslims. Every religion that you can think of wants to have freedom to do all that their religion teaches. The issue is that some of the moral teachingsare not very moral. Polygamy is not a moral practice. Child marriages is not moral. Satanic sacrifices are not moral. Gay marriage is not moral. If religion is a system of beliefs whereby humans orderthemselves in this world and seek enlightenment then the LGBTQIA+ fits into this description. People who are completely confused and lied to about their gender seek to impose their moral teachings on others - we see this as biological men forced their way into girls sports in into girls locker rooms.They are seeking to impose their own moral or rather immoral impulses on the whole of society. Even within the Iowa Democrat party platform this is evident.

Iowa Republicans just killed their own "Life at Conception" bill — right after the Abolitionist Rising "Justice Alone" Conference wrapped up in Des Moines (Feb 6-10, 2026). What happened to the pro-life trifecta?In early February 2026:HF2316 (life at fertilization, treating post-fertilization abortion as homicide with full criminal penalties) was introduced by 8 reps and sent to Judiciary (chaired by Rep. Steve Holt) — but never scheduled for subcommittee.HF2332 (Life at Conception Act, criminalizing elective abortion/feticide but sparing IVF) had 24 co-sponsors and was set for subcommittee on Feb 17... until Rep. Jon Dunwell canceled it on Feb 16.Dunwell's statement: "While I remain deeply committed to protecting life from the moment of conception, the current legislative landscape and timing are not optimal... Instead, focus on cracking down on black-market abortion pills."This begs the question: If abortion is murder (as pro-lifers have said for years), why won't Iowa Republicans pass a bill that treats it as such — and hold accomplices accountable? Why back down when the rubber meets the road? Why prioritize unregulated pills over abolishing abortion outright?From the Abolitionist Rising conference to the Capitol halls, this video breaks down the hypocrisy, the bills' differences, and why "if not now, when?" Funnel week is here — time to rise up.

Religious freedom is the ability to hold to a religious belief and to practice this belief both publicly and privately through worship, teaching, and observance without governmental coercion or persecution. Sincere belief is crucial to thevitality of the soul. What someone believes concerning religion, theology, or whatever term that describes the overall spiritual beliefs - this shapes the way someone looks at the world. This is commonly referred to as a worldview. Almost every opinion someone holds is filtered through this worldview. Think ofa worldview as the glasses that you see everything from. It helps you see more clearly or potentially if you have a bad subscription it hinders your ability to see clearly.

One of the most fundamental truths of all time is that parents have the responsibility to raise their children. This responsibility of raising children is simultaneously one of the hardest things to do and the most fulfilling. The role of a parent is critical to the development of the child. Each of us have seen parents who have not been intentional about raising their children and the children go on to struggle with a myriad of issues. Thankfully these issues can be overcome, but parents who disregard their responsibility inevitably set their children up for many years of overcoming the obstacles that the parents either refused to deal with or didn't teach their children how to deal with them.

Every world–changer began as a life conceived. No one has ever shaped history without first being given the gift of life. No one has ever loved another without first being given the gift of life no one has ever sacrificed for another without first being given the gift of life. No one has ever had enjoyment with family without first being given the gift of life. Life begins at conception and it is the whole duty of man to protect and provide for the living. According to the Christian worldview, loving God and loving each other is the summary. All other truths and all other endeavors begin, progress, and end with this understanding.

Welcome to the Iowa Crossroad PodcastThe Iowa Crossroad Podcast exists at the intersection of faith and public life.Each week, this podcast examines Iowa politics—party platforms, legislation, and policy debates—through a biblical lens. Rather than asking which party is winning, Iowa Crossroad asks a more important question: Is this faithful?New episodes are released every Monday, focusing on:Bills introduced in the Iowa LegislaturePolitical party platforms and prioritiesCultural and policy issues shaping our stateThis podcast does not exist to promote a political party or offer religious cover for political talking points. Scripture—not ideology—is the standard. That means affirming what aligns with biblical truth and critiquing what does not, regardless of party.Patreon support allows Iowa Crossroad to remain independent, thoughtful, and honest. It makes possible deeper research, better preparation, and the freedom to speak clearly without pressure from donors, parties, or political movements.Whether you’re here to quietly support the work or to engage more deeply in the conversation, I’m grateful you’re willing to walk this road.