The Hyde Amendment at 50: Protecting Life and Taxpayer Conscience

Who pays for abortion—and why does it matter? Eva Andrade and Marcus Oshiro welcome Bradley Kehr, Government Affairs Director for Americans United for Life, for a conversation marking 50 years of the Hyde Amendment.

From its bipartisan beginnings to today’s debates over taxpayer funding of abortion, we explore what Hyde does, why it requires renewal, and how federal funding restrictions differ from Hawaiʻi’s policies. Brad also shares how one freshman congressman helped shape a lasting pro-life legacy.

The conversation closes with practical ways to put faith into action: ask candidates meaningful questions, build relationships with elected officials, and support women and families facing difficult pregnancies. Lasting change begins with courage, connection, and aloha.

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