Supports a Woman’s Right to Choose:
Barack Obama understands that abortion is a divisive issue, and respects those who disagree with him. However, he has been a consistent champion of reproductive choice and will make preserving women’s rights under Roe v. Wade a priority as President. He opposes any constitutional amendment to overturn the Supreme Court's decision in that case.
Preventing Unwanted Pregnancy:
Barack Obama is an original co-sponsor of legislation to expand access to contraception, health information and preventive services to help reduce unintended pregnancies. Introduced in January 2007, the Prevention First Act will increase funding for family planning and comprehensive sex education that teaches both abstinence and safe sex methods. The Act will also end insurance discrimination against contraception, improve awareness about emergency contraception, and provide compassionate assistance to rape victims.
And of course there are many articles about Obama’s stance on abortion on his own Web site:
http://www.barackobama.com/2008/01/22/obama_statement_on_35th_annive.php
http://factcheck.barackobama.com/factcheck/2008/01/08/fact_check_obamas_strong_proch.php
http://factcheck.barackobama.com/factcheck/2008/04/02/washington_times_wrong_on_obam.php
And here’s a really fabulous speech he gave in June 2006 that touched on abortion:
http://www.barackobama.com/2006/06/28/call_to_renewal_keynote_address.php
Click here to read more about his women's rights legislation.
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