Boston Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley of Boston has criticized President Obama's decision to revoke the so-called Mexico City Policy, which prohibited federally funded nongovernmental organizations from using those funds to pay for abortions.The Boston Globe's Articles of Faith blog quotes O'Malley's assertion that we "can only speculate on what the implications of that decision are going to be".
"When we see the numbers of abortions being performed in the developing world - many of which are directed at girls in the womb - it is very disturbing to think that our country is going to be promoting this kind of assault on human life and dignity throughout the world.
"Abortion is a great evil and anytime restrictions to abortion are lifted it is a tragedy. As I said previously, it is very encouraging to see so many young people participating in the March for Life and in other events throughout the year. We must continue to educate new generations about the gift of life."
The Globe's blogger Michael Paulson says O'Malley's comments are in keeping with those of other Catholic bishops, and reflect the church's staunch opposition to abortion.
Cardinal Justin Rigali, chairman of the U.S. bishops' Committee on Pro-Life Activities, issued a statement criticizing the decision Jan. 23.
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