Author: Kate Lupo
With the media focused on the whirlwind of domestic and international challenges facing President Obama, a discussion of women's issues seemed unlikely to occur at the president's "100th day in office press conference." And yet, CNN White House correspondent Ed Henry asked specifically about Obama's stance on abortion. Henry asked if Obama would sign the Freedom of Choice Act, which "would eliminate federal, state and local restrictions on abortion."
Obama began his response by acknowledging the controversial and thorny nature of the debate on abortion. The president reaffirmed his pro-choice position, but reminded his audience that the Freedom of Choice Act is not his highest legislative priority. The president further stated that he wanted to "reduce the number of unwanted pregnancies that result in women feeling compelled to get an abortion
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