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Bass Public Affairs
Jan. 23, 2026
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2026 /Standard Newswire/ — The National Black Pro-Life Union hosted a private screening of the biographical drama “Pardon Me: The Bevelyn B. Williams Story” on Jan. 21, 2026, in Washington, D.C. The event drew attendees to celebrate the journey of pro-life activist Bevelyn Beatty Williams and to highlight the ongoing battle for the rights of the unborn.
The film, directed by Josh Webber and starring Angela White (formerly known as Blac Chyna), Columbus Short and Jason Mitchell, portrays Williams’ transformation through faith, her protests outside abortion clinics, her federal prosecution under the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act, her imprisonment and her presidential pardon by President Donald Trump. It reveals in raw detail the power of God to restore lives, even in the darkest circumstances.
The screening was followed by a Q&A session where Williams shared profound insights. Of her time in prison, she said, “I was always a confident person once I got saved. But when you sit down in the worst situation ever and in the darkest time and you find out who you are with absolutely nothing but Christ, you really start to see who God called you to be.”
Of the state of abortion, Williams said, “Before the law changes, culture changes.” Williams believes that the Black community has proven itself the leader of cultural shifts and when the Black community releases itself from the culture of abortion, there will be even greater shifts to end the practice.
Despite Roe v. Wade being overturned, the rights of the unborn remain under relentless attack through state-level policies, expanded access initiatives and cultural pressures that continue to devalue life, particularly in vulnerable communities.
The event was sponsored by prominent leaders including Day Gardner, president of the National Black Pro-Life Union; Alveda King of Alveda King Ministries; and Peggy Nienaber of Faith & Liberty, along with Bass Public Affairs. Their support underscored a unified commitment to protecting the unborn and empowering faith-based activism.
“This screening powerfully reminded us of the transformative power of faith and the urgent need to defend life,” said Day Gardner. “Bevelyn’s story inspires us to stand boldly, especially in the Black community where abortion’s impact remains disproportionate.”
“Pardon Me” was produced by Rochelle Silk Richardson, who also participated in the private screening. Richardson continues to champion efforts for wider distribution. Organizations and groups interested in screening the film can learn more about hosting opportunities at WatchPardonMe.com.
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