Ralph Rebandt's Unwavering Commitment to Life
Ralph Rebandt believes that life begins at conception and that every unborn child deserves protection under the law. As a pastor who has counseled families for decades, Ralph understands the sanctity of life and will fight to defend Michigan's most vulnerable.
In the 2022 gubernatorial race, Ralph was the only Republican candidate who favored an abortion ban without any exceptions beyond ectopic pregnancies and non-viable pregnancies. While others waver or compromise on life, Ralph stands firm on principle.
Ralph's Pro-Life Commitment
Life Begins at Conception
Ralph believes that human life begins at the moment of conception and that every unborn child has inherent dignity and worth deserving of legal protection.
- Life is sacred from conception to natural death
- Unborn children deserve constitutional protection
- Science confirms life begins at fertilization
- Every child is created in the image of God
Limited Medical Exceptions Only
Ralph supports protecting life with very limited exceptions for genuine medical emergencies that threaten the continuation of pregnancy.
- Exception for ectopic pregnancies
- Exception for non-viable pregnancies
- No expansion of "life of the mother" exceptions
- Medical decisions guided by protecting both lives when possible
No Exceptions for Rape or Incest
While Ralph recognizes the trauma of rape and incest, he believes that every child—regardless of the circumstances of conception—has a right to life.
- The child is innocent and deserves protection
- Two wrongs don't make a right
- Support services for mothers in crisis pregnancies
- Hold perpetrators accountable, not the child
Oppose Expansion of Abortion Access
Ralph opposes efforts to expand abortion access in Michigan and will work to protect life at every stage of development.
- No taxpayer funding for abortion
- No abortion coverage in state health plans
- Oppose late-term abortion procedures
- Defend conscience rights for medical professionals
Support Pregnancy Resource Centers
Ralph will support alternatives to abortion by strengthening pregnancy resource centers that help mothers choose life for their children.
- State funding for pregnancy resource centers
- Support for adoption services
- Resources for mothers in crisis pregnancies
- Promote life-affirming alternatives
Protect Medical Conscience Rights
No Michigan healthcare provider should be forced to participate in abortion procedures that violate their deeply held beliefs.
- Protect doctors and nurses from coercion
- No forced participation in abortion procedures
- Defend religious freedom in healthcare
- Support medical professionals who choose life
A Consistent Pro-Life Voice
During the 2022 campaign, while other candidates hedged on abortion with exceptions for rape, incest, and broadly defined "life of the mother," Ralph stood alone with the most restrictive position. He believes that principled leadership means standing firm on core values, even when it's politically difficult.
As governor, Ralph will be an unwavering advocate for the unborn and will work tirelessly to build a culture of life in Michigan where every child is welcomed and protected.
Stand for Life with Ralph
Join the fight to protect Michigan's unborn children.