By Josh Shepherd, The Stream - "The pro-life movement is the only real ecumenical movement in America," says Shawn Carney, president of 40 Days for Life. He reveals how public prayer is linked to pro-life victories.... As pro-life leaders look forward to the March for Life, many are evaluating the past year’s victories and defeats. Significant advances have come generally in the states rather than at the federal level... Shawn Carney, president of faith-based nonprofit 40 Days for Life, believes there’s a greater force at work than lobbying or party priorities. In 2018, the group’s grassroots prayer vigils in front of abortion centers drew their largest-ever turnout — along with rancorous protests. Now he connects that prayerful public presence to pro-life victories.