Stand Up for Dr. Tiller, Stand Up for Abortion
Gather to honor the life and legacy of Dr. George Tiller| Host: | |
| Type: | |
| Network: | Global |
| Date: | Tuesday, June 2, 2009 |
| Time: | 5:30pm - 7:00pm |
| Location: | Love Park |
| Street: | 15th & JFK Boulevard |
| City/Town: | Philadelphia, PA |
Description
Join us in Love Park on June 2nd at 5:30pm to honor the life of Dr. George Tiller, who was murdered on May 31, 2009 as he attended church services.
We will hear about his life and work, and invite the community to share their feelings and remembrances of Dr. Tiller. If you would like to speak tomorrow evening, please e-mail info@womensmedicalfund.org
We ask that attendees not engage any protesters who may show up.
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"Women across the country have lost a champion today. The cold-blooded murder of Dr. George Tiller … in church is a stark reminder that women's bodies are still a battleground, and health care professionals are on the frontlines.
This kind man and skilled doctor braved blockades, harassment, assault, and countless threats, including an attempted murder in 1993 when he was shot in both arms. He knew his life was in constant jeopardy, and that he would likely die at the hands of an anti-abortion terrorist--yet he continued to protect his patients and provide safe and legal abortions to women in often-desperate circumstances. Those who are behind this murder may believe that the killing of George Tiller will mean that these women will have nowhere else to turn, but they are wrong. On the contrary, I believe their depraved acts will inspire another doctor to take up the torch, and another, and another."
- Kim Gandy, President of the National Organization for Women
We will hear about his life and work, and invite the community to share their feelings and remembrances of Dr. Tiller. If you would like to speak tomorrow evening, please e-mail info@womensmedicalfund.org
We ask that attendees not engage any protesters who may show up.
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"Women across the country have lost a champion today. The cold-blooded murder of Dr. George Tiller … in church is a stark reminder that women's bodies are still a battleground, and health care professionals are on the frontlines.
This kind man and skilled doctor braved blockades, harassment, assault, and countless threats, including an attempted murder in 1993 when he was shot in both arms. He knew his life was in constant jeopardy, and that he would likely die at the hands of an anti-abortion terrorist--yet he continued to protect his patients and provide safe and legal abortions to women in often-desperate circumstances. Those who are behind this murder may believe that the killing of George Tiller will mean that these women will have nowhere else to turn, but they are wrong. On the contrary, I believe their depraved acts will inspire another doctor to take up the torch, and another, and another."
- Kim Gandy, President of the National Organization for Women

Other Information
- Guests are allowed to bring friends to this event.
Event Type
This is an open event. Anyone can join and invite others to join.
Admins
- Women's Medical Fund (creator)
