SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) -
Sunday marks the 39th anniversary of the controversial Supreme Court ruling of Roe v. Wade which legalized abortion.
Meanwhile, hundreds attended a pro-life rally in Sioux City.
The march took place outside the city's Planned Parenthood and the neighboring Mary's Choice, a faith-based clinic.
It was organized by a 14-year old from South Sioux City, Nebraska and sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Sioux City.
She hopes to send a message to lawmakers.
"To show the Government this is not ok. We want more and more walks to happen over the country. You don't have to go to the national one in DC or the one on the West Coast, you can plan one in your own city," said Monica Bertrand, Director of the Sioux City Teen Defenders.
President Barack Obama said Sunday the landmark ruling was more than just about establishing a woman's right to an abortion.
Obama says in a statement that the court's decision also makes clear that the government "should not intrude on private family matters."
The president says he's committed to protecting a woman's right to choose and "this fundamental constitutional right."
