Stacey Abrams claims heartbeat on ultrasound at six weeks “not real”
Stacey Abrams is receiving criticism and sparking a national debate concerning life in the womb. Abrams made the comments at a recent event in Atlanta. She claimed the fetal heartbeat detected at six weeks during an ultrasound does not exist. Abrams says the sound is a manufactured sound designed for men to have control over a women’s body. These claims sparked fierce debates between pro-life and abortion activists. Experts including doctors pointed out the ultrasound is not a manufactured sound, and it is not political in nature. Several medical organizations including the American Pregnancy association and Johns Hopkins both list on their website that fetal heartbeats are detected between four to seven weeks after conception. Abortion and medical activists who support Abrams’ claims, commented there in still a debate as to when the fetal heartbeat can be detected. Planned Parenthood quietly changed their website following the controversy describing the heartbeat as a part of the embryo beginning to show cardiac activity, but not a fully formed heart. Stacey Abrams is currently the Democratic nominee for Governor in the state of Georgia.
California governor uses scripture to justify abortion care
A second politician is being criticized for his attempts to justify abortions by using the Word of God. Governor Gavin Newsom of California has launched a billboard campaign across the US. The billboards are currently up in Texas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, and other states Newsom deems “anti-freedom”. Governor Newsom claims the billboards are to encourage women in those states seeking abortion to come to California where they are easier to obtain. Some of the billboards include the scripture Mark 12:31 which reads, “And the second, like it, is this: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.” The billboards are also expected to be erected in Indiana, South Dakota, and South Carolina. Critics called the advertisements “Satanic and blasphemous”. Jay Sekulow, chief counsel for the American Center for Law and Justice released a statement calling Newsom’s use of scripture to promote abortion “disgusting.” Critics tagged Governor Newsom on social media following his attempts to tag the governors of each state where the billboards are located. The governor nor his administration has responded to the criticism.
Canada drops covid travel restrictions into nation
The nation of Canada has announced it will end travel restrictions for entering that nation. These restrictions required travelers entering Canada to have COVID testing as well as proof of the COVID shot. The government has also announced it will lift mandates for its citizens across Canada. The Canadian government received heavy criticism over the past almost three years for its discrimination against those who refused to take the shot. The mandates were used according to critics mainly to persecute churches and pastors across that nation. Four pastors have been imprisoned for various violations according to government officials. Most charges stemmed from the pastors refusing to close their churches during COVID lockdowns. In at least three of the cases the pastors were repeatedly jailed on charges and their church buildings were even padlocked and fenced in to prevent the churches from holding services. There has been no comment from Canadian officials concerning any apologies concerning the persecution of the church in Canada.
SNBC HEALTH Report: the health benefits of kale
Nutritionists are finding more benefits of kale as studies continue concerning this vegetable. It has grown in popularity here in the US due to its versatility and high nutrient content. Kale is a cruciferous vegetable and thrives in winter climates. It is considered a powerhouse vegetable, rich in antioxidants, and cancer fighting properties. Kale is beneficial to eye health and an ally in protecting the heart from heart disease. In addition to the nutrients mentioned, kale is also rich in vitamins A, K, B6, C, manganese, magnesium, copper, potassium, and has more absorbable calcium than a small carton of milk. Kale can be used in various ways: it can be cooked, eaten raw in salads, baked as a healthy potato chip alternative, and blended into a smoothie.