Letter from Archbishop Vigneron on Proposal 3

October 3, 2022

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

We are quickly approaching the November 8 election, during which voters in Michigan will decide on Proposal 3, an amendment to the state constitution that would allow unregulated abortion on-demand through all nine months of pregnancy. It is the most extreme proposal concerning abortion this state or country has ever seen.

I urge you to vote No on Proposal 3.

The implications of this proposal are vast and extreme. Due to its broad and vague language, Proposal 3 would invalidate dozens of existing laws relating to abortion, resulting in:

• Taxpayer-funded abortion
• Legalized partial-birth abortion
• Unregulated and unsafe abortion clinics
• Abortions performed by unqualified individuals
• No parental consent or informed consent, and more.

If passed, this proposal would transform Michigan into ground zero for abortions performed anywhere, at any time, by any person, for any reason.

As disciples of Christ, we affirm the inherent, God-given dignity of every person, from conception to natural death. Abortion is a grave offense to the dignity of the most vulnerable person, the unborn child. We understand this as Catholics. However, Proposal 3 pushes the boundaries of all individuals of goodwill. By voting No on Proposal 3, we build a foundation for a culture in which every human life is valued, and women and families readily receive the support they need to thrive.

Together, our collective prayer and action — and our votes — can help ensure the defeat of this proposal, upholding the right to life and the inherent dignity of all people.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

The Most Reverend Allen H. Vigneron

Archbishop of Detroit