That was the top line from a briefing to reporters by representatives from Emily’s List, the fundraising juggernaut that backs Democratic women candidates who support abortion rights. She also said this election, women candidates who were not previously politically active have “entered the political ring arena because of the issue of abortion rights”. But what makes the issue so potent, she said, is how many voters, perhaps a decisive share of voters, view it. “We are going through the collapse of 40 years of Republican branding around the phrase ‘pro-life,’”that official said. “Voters hear that now, and they assume that a ‘pro-life’ politician is for an abortion ban with no exceptions.”

Source: The Guardian October 07, 2024 10:12 UTC