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Jeanne Monahan, Director, Center for Human Dignity

Jeanne Monahan is the Director of the Center for Human Dignity at the Family Research Council (FRC). She researches, writes, and speaks on issues related to the inherent dignity of the human person, including abortion, women's health, and end-of-life issues. In this capacity, Jeanne has made frequent media appearances including interviews on NBC's Nightly News with Brian Williams, CNN's John King USA and FOX News Hour with Brett Baier. Jeanne's writings have appeared in U.S. News and World Report, USA Today, the Washington Post and numerous others publications.

Prior to joining FRC, Jeanne worked for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in the Office of the Secretary. Her federal government experience includes global health policy, as well as domestic and international health care issues. Before working in public policy, Jeanne worked for the Catholic Church in a variety of positions involving educating on life issues, human sexuality, marriage, and family. Jeanne holds an undergraduate degree in psychology from James Madison University and a Masters degree in the theology of marriage and family from the Pope John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family.

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