The Daily Why the Left Is Losing on Abortion
Oct 12, 2020
Ilyse Hogue, president of NARAL Pro-Choice America, dives into the shifting landscape of abortion rights and the complacency among advocates. She discusses how many in leadership have taken Roe v. Wade for granted and the need for a more vigorous defense against conservative attacks. Hogue shares insights on the necessity of strategic mobilization, especially in red states, and highlights grassroots efforts pushing for cultural change. With the nomination of justices like Amy Coney Barrett, she stresses the critical importance of continued advocacy in the face of evolving political dynamics.
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Historic Defeat for American People
- The American people face a historic defeat if the Supreme Court undermines abortion rights.
- This is because a minority is imposing its will through the court, bypassing legislative processes.
Right Wing Judicial Activism
- The right wing has invested heavily in judicial activism, exemplified by organizations like the Federalist Society.
- This contrasts with the left's approach, contributing to the current conservative court composition.
Todd Akin Example
- Todd Akin's 2012 "legitimate rape" comment exposed an extreme viewpoint on abortion.
- The left missed the opportunity to connect this view to a broader, unpopular GOP framework.