From a Family Research Council newsletter:
Habitat for Humanity is known for housing the poor, but Floridians want to know why one of America's most respected Christian ministries would help build a home for Planned Parenthood. The unusual partnership evolved in Sarasota, when the nation's largest abortion merchant applied to build a new clinic. Because of the city's zoning policy, which requires that a multi-family housing unit exist on the back of the lot, Planned Parenthood's request was denied. To solve the problem, Planned Parenthood sold the property to Habitat for $10 in exchange for the ministry's agreement to build the housing unit. After striking the deal, Planned Parenthood resubmitted the request to construct a new clinic with these adjustments to the city commission. It was approved by a 3-2 vote. When pro-lifers started to get wind of the alliance, emails and phone calls of protest started flooding Habitat's offices. The decision on whether or not to go through with the plan now sits with the board of directors for approval. Join FRC in respectfully asking the board to reconsider its affiliation with the organization responsible for killing more unborn babies than any other abortion merchant in the world. Urge them to uphold their biblical standards by calling the Sarasota office at 941-365-0700.
I e-mail Habitat and asked about this, their response was (Eric, let me know if you want the attached Word doc and I'll send it to you):
First off, thanks for your support and partnership. I am always astounded by the many ways people help to eliminate poverty housing.
Please understand that this issue only affects our Sarasota affiliate and does not reflect the policies of any other Habitat affiliate or Habitat for Humanity International. Furthermore, this is a land deal only, and Sarasota will not be assisting in the building of the clinic in any way. This is strictly a land deal that will allow Sarasota to build three more houses. Finding affordable land for Habitat homes is one the biggest challenges for an affiliate, and this deal provides three lots for just $10.
I have attached Habitat for Humanity International’s talking points for your review.
We are honored to play a small part in your personal philanthropy. Thanks again for your partnership. Please feel free to write back with questions, or to tell me how I can be of service.
Cordially,
Robt.
He doesn't "get it". This is about allowing a clinic to be built -- about making a deal with the Devil. They are actually enabling PP to build a clinic. How can he not see that this is unacceptable?
Do email me the Word doc, eje at ewanco com.