World Down Syndrome Day

Today is World Down Syndrome Day, and it's a good time to reflect on the dignity and worth of every individual. 

I have a relative who has Down syndrome.  She is a delightful lady, and a real joy to be around. Over the holidays, her father shared with me that she's a great basketball player. He showed me a video of her sinking shots from 30 feet away!

Sadly, many on the left, including "faithful Catholic" Joe Biden, see people with Down syndrome as "inconvenient" and "expendable." In recent years, the pro-abortion left has waged a relentless "search and destroy" mission for pre-born babies with Down syndrome, hoping to abort as many as possible.

In stark contrast, President Donald Trump strongly defended the sanctity of life for those with Down syndrome. In a 2019 statement recognizing October as Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Trump declared:

"We thank individuals with Down syndrome for their incredible contributions to their families, their communities, and . . . we pledge to empower them to achieve their full potential. . .

"Every human life possesses immeasurable value, and . . . all of God's children should be loved and cherished. This month is an important opportunity for Americans to reaffirm our commitment to creating a society that better appreciates and respects the dignity of life at all of its beautiful and miraculous stages."