Counties with Highest Abortion Rates in U.S. Getting New Pregnancy Centers
On November 11, 2024, CompassCare opened its newest medical office in Brooklyn, one of two new locations to launch in the coming weeks. This expansion is particularly significant as Brooklyn and The Bronx represent the counties with the highest number of abortions in the United States, and CompassCare is the only pro-life medical center in both boroughs. Despite increasing threats from both state and local authorities—particularly after the passage of New York’s Proposal One, which enshrined abortion as a constitutional right—CompassCare remains committed to providing ethical, life-affirming alternatives for women facing unintended pregnancies.
In the wake of this proposal’s passage, Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James launched the Empire State Freedom Initiative, a task force aimed at identifying “any possible threats” to abortion rights. This move has raised concerns that pro-life centers like CompassCare could be targeted with civil or criminal litigation simply for their refusal to refer or provide abortions, which could carry heavy fines or even jail time.
What Rev. Jim Harden Can Discuss:
CompassCare’s Expansion Under Threat: Despite the increasing political pressure, Rev. Harden will explain how CompassCare is committed to expanding its services in Brooklyn and The Bronx, even as it faces unprecedented threats from state leadership.
The Impact of Proposal One: Rev. Harden can provide insights on how Proposal One, which enshrines abortion as a constitutional right, directly affects pro-life organizations and the challenges it creates for medical centers offering alternatives to abortion.
Legal and Political Risks for Pro-Life Centers: With New York state targeting pro-life organizations through the Empire State Freedom Initiative, Rev. Harden will share his concerns about the future of pro-life centers and the potential legal ramifications of simply offering care and support to women who choose alternatives to abortion.
CompassCare’s Track Record and Services: CompassCare is part of a larger network of pro-life organizations that, in 2022 alone, provided over $360 million in maternity goods and medical services. With a 97.4% satisfaction rate from over 16 million client interactions, Rev. Harden will discuss the critical role these centers play in providing care for women and families in need.
The Political Motive Behind Attacks on Pro-Life Centers: Rev. Harden will provide his perspective on the political motivations behind the attacks on pro-life organizations, suggesting that politicians like Governor Hochul and Attorney General James are more interested in protecting the abortion industry for political and financial reasons than in serving the needs of women and babies.
Why This Interview Is Important:
This is a timely and important story as the expansion of pro-life centers like CompassCare in New York takes place under the looming threat of political, legal, and civil attacks. Rev. Harden’s unique perspective as a leader of one of the only pro-life networks operating in some of New York’s highest abortion rate areas offers invaluable insights into the challenges pro-life organizations are facing in the current legal landscape.
Q&A:
- CompassCare has recently opened a new medical office in Brooklyn, and you have plans for additional expansion. Why is this expansion so important, particularly in Brooklyn and The Bronx?
- New York’s Proposal One enshrines abortion as a constitutional right, and Governor Hochul and Attorney General James have launched the Empire State Freedom Initiative to enforce these rights. How does this legislation impact your ability to operate and provide alternatives to abortion?
- As a pro-life medical provider, CompassCare has faced increasing political, legal, and even domestic threats since the Dobbs decision. How do you continue your mission of providing care in such a hostile environment?
- Given the growing legal challenges and potential civil or criminal litigation, what are some of the risks CompassCare faces under the new Empire State Freedom Initiative, and how do you plan to navigate them?
- CompassCare has an impressive track record, with over $360 million in maternity goods and services provided to women and families last year. Can you speak more about the impact these services have had on women in need, and why you believe they’re crucial to reducing the demand for abortion?
- Considering the political climate, some critics argue that pro-life pregnancy centers should be shut down because they “undermine” abortion rights. How do you respond to these accusations?
- What role do pro-life centers play in supporting women’s health and well-being?
- New York State’s political leadership seems to prioritize abortion rights, but you’ve said that politicians like Governor Hochul and Attorney General James are protecting the abortion industry for political and financial reasons. Can you elaborate on why you believe they’re targeting pro-life centers and what’s at stake in this fight?
- What message do you have for women in New York who are facing unplanned pregnancies and may feel they only have one choice? How does CompassCare stand out as a life-affirming alternative to abortion, and how can women reach you for help?
ABOUT JIM HARDEN…
Rev. Jim Harden, a dedicated pro-life advocate and leader of CompassCare, is known for his outspoken views on medical ethics, executive leadership, and pro-life strategy. With a family of ten children and a strong moral compass, he believes in the adage, “Money follows morality.” Harden has been vocal about perceived corruption in federal law enforcement and public policy in post-Roe America. His predictions about the Dobbs decision in 2018 and the demise of the “Red Wave” in 2022 showcase his deep understanding of the political landscape.
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