    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George H. W. Bush (1991, Book I)]
    [January 22, 1991]
    [Page 55]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Remarks to Participants in the March for Life Rally
    January 22, 1991

        Once again, it is my distinct honor to address Nellie Gray and those
    courageous and determined Americans gathered on The Mall for the Rally
    for Life. January has become--in large part due to the dedication and
    hard work of the March for Life--a time of reflection, a time of
    rejuvenation for pro-life forces. And so, I'm pleased that my voice is
    part of the growing chorus that simply says, ``Choose Life.''
        As I look back at past years' Rally for Life, I am encouraged by the
    progress which has taken place. Attempts by Congress to expand funding--
    Federal funding--for abortions have been defeated, and the Supreme Court
    has taken welcome steps toward reversing its Roe versus Wade decision.
        Despite these successes, much remains to be done. Abortion on demand
    continues unabated in this country. And as I have said in the past, this
    prevalence calls into question our respect for the fundamental right to
    life. Government and private sector must be more involved in encouraging
    alternatives such as adoption.
        And you, the thousands of tireless volunteers who have gathered here
    from across the United States, must make it your goal to keep this issue
    alive and predominant in the Halls of Congress, the courts, and in the
    minds of the American people.
        Thank you for your commitment, and God bless you.

                        Note: The President spoke at 12:02 p.m. from the
                            Oval Office at the White House, via an
                            electronic hookup with the rally site.
                            Participants had gathered on the Ellipse for a
                            march to the Supreme Court on the 18th
                            anniversary of the Court's decision of Roe v.
                            Wade which legalized abortion. Nellie Gray was
                            president of March for Life.