The Death of Dr. Tiller

Interesting reaction in the blogosphere to the news that Dr. George Tiller, the most infamous late-term abortionist in the country, was murdered Sunday in his church.

Far-left bloggers who never gave a thought to the millions of unborn children killed by Tiller and others are shedding crocodile tears and blaming his death on the pro-life movement.

On the other hand, many of the organizations that worked to expose Tiller's exploits expressed genuine sorrow over his death.

Americans United for Life President and CEO Dr. Charmaine Yoest issued the following statement:

"We condemn this lawless act of violence. The foundational right to life that our work is dedicated to extends to everyone. Whoever is responsible for this reprehensible violence must be brought to justice under the law."

The American Life League, the largest grassroots Catholic pro-life organization in the United States, issued this statement:

"With genuine sorrow, we reflect on today's events in prayer. Justice for all human beings includes the lives of those with whom we fundamentally disagree as well as the victims of abortion. We firmly hope the perpetrators of this act are apprehended, that the facts be made known, and that justice according to the law is preserved and dispensed.

Today's actions were tragic, and serve as another reminder that all human life is sacred. Pro-lifers by our nature and commitment to human rights reject violence as a means of resistance. Our thoughts and prayers indeed extend to the Tiller family and the community at Reformation Lutheran Church."