The winds of change are sweeping across America’s pro-life landscape, and California stands at a crucial crossroads. As we prepare for the 5th Annual California March for Life on March 31, 2025, the energy is palpable—a groundswell of voices ready to challenge the status quo in one of the nation’s most progressive states.
Recent victories in Florida, South Dakota, and Nebraska have shattered the notion that protecting the unborn is a losing battle. These states successfully defeated abortion-rights amendments through grassroots mobilization and bold leadership. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis demonstrated that when leaders champion life without apology, voters respond. His administration’s successful public awareness campaigns cut through the noise of misinformation, proving that truth resonates when courageously presented.
“These victories show that strong, pro-life elected officials will be successful in enacting commonsense pro-life policies when they lean into the beauty and truth of life,” reflects Jeanne Mancini, President of March for Life. Her words echo particularly powerfully in California, where conventional wisdom has long suggested that pro-life advocacy is futile.
But the tide is turning. Students for Life Action’s newly unveiled “Make America Pro-Life Again Roadmap” signals a national resurgence in pro-life momentum. As Kristan Hawkins pointedly observed, “America had the option of choosing the most radical pro-abortion ticket in world history and soundly rejected it.” This rejection marks more than a political shift—it represents an awakening of conscience across the nation.
California Family Council stands ready to channel this momentum into tangible change. While our state has historically championed expanding abortion access, we envision a different future—one where California leads the nation in protecting life at all stages. The upcoming California March for Life represents more than a protest; it’s a declaration that Californians are ready to rewrite the narrative!
“People often ask me why we keep fighting in California,” said CFC President Jonathan Keller. “The truth is, the light shines brightest in the darkest places. What happens here matters to the entire nation. Every step we take toward protecting life in California sends ripples of hope across America.”
Indeed, the pro-life movement’s strength lies in its adaptability and unwavering commitment. In California, this means addressing pressing challenges like the rise of chemical abortions while building a culture that celebrates and protects life.
The March will feature compelling voices from across the state and across the country. But the real power of this gathering lies in the thousands of ordinary Californians who will stand together, each with their own story of why they champion life.
Join us on Monday, March 31, 2025, on the steps of the State Capitol in Sacramento. Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or new to the cause, your presence matters. Together, we’ll demonstrate that defending the unborn isn’t just about politics—it’s about recognizing the divine worth in every human life, born and unborn.
In a state known for setting national trends, let’s start a new one. Let’s make California a beacon of hope where life is cherished from conception to natural end. The journey begins with a single step on the Capitol stairs.
Will you stand with us?
