On August 18, Students for Life Action (SFLAction) publicly endorsed Congressman Ralph Norman for the U.S. Senate seat from South Carolina. The endorsement comes ahead of the August 25 Republican runoff, a pivotal vote for voters who prioritize protecting unborn children and supporting families.
Why SFLAction Supports Norman
SFLAction highlighted Norman’s voting record, noting his support for the “Pregnant Students’ Rights Act,” which informs pregnant students of available resources and protections. He voted for the measure when it passed the House in January and has consistently backed legislation that aids pregnant and parenting women.
Norman also backed the “Born‑Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act” and has repeatedly opposed any use of taxpayer dollars for abortion services. In 2025 he introduced the “Ensuring Accurate and Complete Abortion Data Reporting Act,” requiring states that receive certain federal Medicaid family‑planning funds to report abortion data to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Legal Action on Medicaid Funding
When South Carolina’s effort to keep Medicaid dollars from flowing to Planned Parenthood reached the courts, Norman joined state leaders in filing an amicus brief in Medina v. Planned Parenthood. The brief defended the state’s authority to decide which providers qualify for Medicaid, arguing that private organizations should not force states to recognize them as qualified providers.
Context of the Race
The runoff pits Norman against incumbent U.S. Sen. Darline Graham. Earlier this year, three Republican state senators—known as the “Sister Senators”—joined Democrats to block legislation that would have protected life from conception. SFLAction mobilized volunteers, sending over 37,000 pieces of mail, nearly 130,000 text messages, more than 51,000 phone calls, and thousands of door knocks, ultimately contributing to the replacement of those senators.
Graham’s recent statements, captured in an undercover video, raised questions about her stance on ending all abortions, and she has received contributions from Sen. Lisa Murkowski, a senator noted for supporting abortion‑rights legislation. SFLAction cited these connections as cause for concern.
Norman’s Commitment
Norman has taken SFLAction’s Pro‑Life Candidate Pledge, promising to protect unborn children from conception, oppose taxpayer‑funded abortions, combat the trafficking of chemical abortion pills, and support mothers and children after birth. The organization argues that his record, not campaign promises, demonstrates his readiness to fight for life in Washington.
Local Outreach
Students and activists gathered outside the Newberry Opera House on August 18 for a debate between Norman and Graham, emphasizing the local impact of the Senate race. SFLAction plans continued door‑to‑door outreach through the weekend, urging voters to consider the long‑term consequences of their choice.
As South Carolina heads to the polls, the endorsement underscores the role of faith‑based and family‑focused groups in shaping the state’s political landscape.
Original reporting: FITSNews — read the source article.
