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VP Mike Pence Offers Prayers and Condolences to Baby Charlie Gard's Parents

Claire Chretien : Aug 1, 2017
LifeSiteNews.com

"Saddened to hear of the passing of Charlie Gard. Karen and I offer our prayers and condolences to his loving parents during this difficult time." -Mike Pence

(Washington, DC)—[LifeSiteNews] Vice President Pence tweeted and posted on Facebook his sadness at the death of Charlie Gard, the British baby who was taken off life support after a lengthy battle over whether his parents or hospital could determine his course of care. (Photo: Mike Pence and Charlie Gard/via LifeSiteNews.com)

Pence previously defended Charlie and his parents' rights in an interview with Rush Limbaugh. Trump had helped draw attention to the case by offering his support for Charlie as well.

Catherine Glenn Foster, president of Americans United for Life, said her heart was "heavy" when she learned of Charlie's death. She had been in England assisting Charlie's parents, Chris Gard and Connie Yates.

"We are so thankful for his life, which though too brief, has made a lasting impact on the world and drawn together people from all walks of life and political persuasions, uniting them around the dignity and value of every human being," said Foster. "Our hearts go out to Connie and Chris, who fought the good fight with Charlie. Their fight will continue as Charlie's legacy, so that we can build a culture that respects life, and protects the lives of the most vulnerable"...

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