Senator Lindsey Harbaugh emphasized the importance of the right to life in his 2022 speech at the DCNF, stating that it is a great day for a march and the sanctity of life, and urged for a march.Harbaugh expressed his devotion to the Catholic faith during a visit to Rome with the Michigan Wolverines football team, where he met Pope Francis and gifted him Wolverines apparel.Harbaugh stated that if he achieves nothing more in his life, he will leave as a blessed man.The Michigan Wolverines have only topped the top five in 247 Sports recruiting classes since 2017, and twice since 2020. Coach Jim Harbaugh’s personality and controversial topics like abortion could potentially alienate a large portion of his recruiting base. College football fans have mixed opinions about Harbaugh’s attendance at the March for Life rally, suggesting potential players may share similar opinions.Harbaugh’s pro-life views may impact recruiting, as 11% of 18-29-year-olds believe abortion should be illegal. Recruits may avoid certain schools, but it’s difficult to prove if his stance affects recruitment.
