Dr. Tiller's Clinic "Permanently Closed" After His Death

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by Amy Dempsey, RH Reality Check

June 9, 2009 - 2:37pm (Print)

After Dr. George Tiller was shot and killed May 31 as he served as an usher at the Lutheran church he regularly attended, his family announced Tuesday that his clinic, Women's Health Care Services Inc., in Wichita, Kansas will be "permanently closed," according to Associated Press.

Tiller's attorneys released a statement that said his family will cease operation of the clinic and any involvement by family members in similar clinics.

"We are proud of the service and courage shown by our husband and father and know that women's health care needs have been met because of his dedication and service," the family said.

 

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The Burning of an Abortion Clinic on New Years Day and a Call to Action on Abortion Rights

by Sunsara Taylor
Jan 5, 8:35am
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The burning of an abortion clinic in Pensacola, Florida on New Year's Day is an act of violence against women and a call to action. It's time to stand up.

Why All 100 Senators Should Support Access to Abortion in Cases of Rape in the Military

by Jessica Arons
Nov 30, 6:12pm
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The Shaheen Amendment currently has 12 cosponsors. It should have all 100. This amendment should be entirely non-controversial and should appeal even to those who generally oppose abortion but are sympathetic to its need in cases of rape or incest. Even the Hyde Amendment — the original ban on government coverage for abortion — allows for abortion in those circumstances.

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Amie Newman Thanks, Colleen! June 9, 2009 - 10:51pm
for the heads up about the post and the blog. RH Reality Check does not support or condone violence in any capacity, against anyone and we've removed a comment (and, unfortunately, Colleen's helpful response) that seems to encourage violent responses to Dr. Tiller's murder. As per our commenting policy, we will not allow comments or links to blogs, sites or posts that promote or encourage violence or threatening tactics. Thanks to ever diligent community members like Colleen!

Amie Newman

Managing Editor, RH Reality Check

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ldavid56 Crazy whacked out pro-lifers 1, Dr. Tiller's patients 0 June 10, 2009 - 9:01am

By closing the clinic it lets the crazies know that they have "won" and that their tactics are effective. Where does that leave the women in this country that needed Dr. Tiller's services?