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October 9, 2006
South Dakotans gear up for abortion ban vote
The Associated Press has an in-depth article on both sides of the South Dakota abortion ban debate. The piece focuses on “five long-acquainted couples” sitting around discussing the ban. Interesting stuff.
Here’s the part that stuck out for me:
For several years, the Deans have hosted a monthly discussion group, broaching an array of topics. Its members recently convened to wrestle with the abortion ban.
Near the end, after listening in silence, Evelyn Bradley spoke out.
"Life isn't always black and white," said Bradley, the wife of an Air Force retiree. "There are situations where it would be really difficult to have another child, and I'd resent the law saying you have to have it. Shouldn't I be allowed to make that choice?"
Near the end, after listening in silence, Evelyn Bradley spoke out.
"Life isn't always black and white," said Bradley, the wife of an Air Force retiree. "There are situations where it would be really difficult to have another child, and I'd resent the law saying you have to have it. Shouldn't I be allowed to make that choice?"
And some good news in the article:
The most recent independent poll, in July, found 47 percent of voters opposed the ban, 39 percent favored it, 14 percent were undecided.
Close, but I’m staying optimistic.
Posted by Jessica at October 9, 2006 7:48 AM
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