Dr. Tiller's Former Wichita Abortion Clinic Is Finally Back in Business
Julie Burkhart and her team are finally ready to re-open the Wichita, Kansas abortion clinic George Tiller ran before he was fatally shot by anti-abortion activist Scott Roeder four years ago. The clinic, now called South Wind Women's Center, will be the first abortion clinic to operate in Wichita since Roeder was…
George Tiller's Former Abortion Clinic Will Reopen, Dammit
The Wichita, Kansas abortion clinic George Tiller ran before he was fatally shot by anti-abortion activist Scott Roeder will soon be back in business. Julie Burkhart, its new leader (and one of Tiller's former employers and mentees) faces both old and new challenges as she and her team prepare to provide for the…
There Are Only Four Docs Left Who Perform Late Term Abortions
After Dr. George Tiller, one of the few physicians in America to perform late term abortions, was assassinated by anti-choice zealot Scott Roeder in 2009, only four doctors who perform third trimester abortions remain.Third trimester abortions make up fewer than one percent of all abortions in the United States, and…
Law That Gives Away Identities of Women Having Abortions Couldn't Possibly Backfire
Republican state legislators continue to demonstrate their commitment to creating jobs by tirelessly working to craft legislation that's so ridiculous that it keeps thousands of bloggers, fact checkers, health care advocates, and attorneys afloat during these difficult economic times. The latest wacky turn is courtesy…
Obama Administration Cracks Down On Abortion Clinic Protesters
Violence at abortion clinics has been down since George Tiller was murdered in 2009, and part of the reason may be that the Obama administration is doing more to prosecute anti-choice protesters who break the law. Some say the FBI could have prevented Tiller's death if Scott Roeder had been investigated more…
South Dakota Considers Legalizing The Murder Of Abortion Providers
South Dakota lawmakers are about to consider a bill that would expand the meaning of justifiable homicide to include "resisting an attempt to harm" an unborn child related to the killer, Mother Jones reports. "If the bill passes, it could in theory allow a woman's father, mother, son, daughter, or husband to kill…
The Woman Who Wanted A Late Abortion
"You will see me on the news." Stella* said with complete seriousness. "I'll throw myself down the stairs. I'll do what it takes. I need to get rid of this baby."
Scott Roeder Gets Maximum Sentence, "Will Most Likely Die In Prison"
Scott Roeder received the maximum possible sentence yesterday for the assassination of abortion provider Dr. George Tiller — he won't be eligible for parole for over 51 years.
Will Scott Roeder's Conviction Make Him A Martyr?
Scott Roeder has been convicted of killing George Tiller — but will his trial and sentencing deter or inspire would-be antiabortion terrorists? If you listen to Randall Terry, it may be the latter.
Breaking: Scott Roeder Found Guilty Of First-Degree Murder
After only forty 37 minutes of deliberation this morning, a jury has found Scott Roeder guilty of the May 2009 murder of abortion provider Dr. George Tiller.
"It Is Not A Man's Job To Take Life:" Scott Roeder Takes The Stand
Scott Roeder took the stand in his murder trial today, and admitted to killing George Tiller because of his belief that "from conception forward, [abortion] is murder."
Being Dr. Tiller: What It Takes To Step In Where No One Else Will
Witnesses have begun testifying in Scott Roeder's trial, and a GQ profile of the doctor he killed raises a question: what does it take to perform late-term abortions in a country where people like Roeder run wild?
What Scott Roeder's Voluntary Manslaughter Defense Really Means
One of the most confusing chapters in the saga of George Tiller's assassin Scott Roeder has been his quest to use a voluntary manslaughter defense. What does this mean, and will it work? Newsweek breaks it all down.

