Why We March: Standing for Life with Hope and Resilience

Every January, tens of thousands of Americans gather in Washington, D.C. for the March for Life. They come from different backgrounds, ages, and walks of life, but they are united by the shared belief that every human life has value and deserves protection.

The March for Life is known for its young people, joyfulness, and an unmistakable sense of purpose. 

Families march together. Grandparents return year after year. High school and college studentstravel in large groups to attend. If you’ve ever been to a march, then you know that you’ll see more young people than any other demographic. The crowd is diverse, but the message is unified and clear — all human life matters, and it is worth defending.

What sets the March for Life apart from so many other public demonstrations is its tone. Even in the dead cold of January, the gathering is full of optimism. This is a movement rooted in the belief that truth still has the power to shape culture for good.

At today’s rally, President Trump addressed the crowd via video and was unmistakably clear in his message. He told the crowd that his administration is fully supportive of the pro-life movement because he recognizes that human life is inherently valuable and deserves protection.

Vice President Vance spoke in person to attendees and assured them that they have an ally in the White House. He shared that the Trump Administration will be expanding the Mexico City Policy to cover not just abortions abroad, but also DEI and radical gender ideology. Vice President Vance said the U.S. will block every international NGO that performs abortion abroad from receiving even a dollar of U.S. funding. 

Focus on the Family’s Vice President of Advocacy for Children, Robyn Chambers told the Daily Citizen that she’s often asked why the pro-life movement keeps marching even after Roe has been overturned. She says, “I march because women are still being harmed, lives are lost, and the culture tells us abortion is healthcare and two little pills can ‘fix’ the problem. As long as those lies continue to hurt women and their children, I’ll march, protect and stand for life!”

One of the most encouraging sights each year is the strong presence of young people. High school and college students make up a significant portion of the crowd, bringing energy and clarity to the cause. They reject the premise that abortion is inevitable or necessary. Many see it instead as a challenge their generation is determined to confront with compassion and creativity. Generational commitment matters. Cultural change is slow, and it requires persistence. 

Being pro-life means caring and acting in practical, tangible ways. According to a Charlotte Lozier Institute report, in 2024, pregnancy resource centers nationwide provided over $452 million in care, education, and material support.

The pro-life movement should be proud of how they are stepping up and serving women and babies. It’s making a difference.

The March for Life is a public witness to the world that the most vulnerable in our society deserve protection. We march because life has inherent value regardless of age, location, ability or dependency.

We will continue to march, year after year, until every life is recognized as valuable, every mother is supported, and our laws and culture reflect the fundamental truth that every human life is a gift.