“As we mark the 39th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we must remember that this Supreme Court decision not only protects a woman\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s health and reproductive freedom, but also affirms a broader principle: that government should not intrude on private family matters. I remain committed to protecting a woman\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s right to choose and this fundamental constitutional right. While this is a sensitive and often divisive issue\u00e2\u20ac\u201dno matter what our views, we must stay united in our determination to prevent unintended pregnancies, support pregnant woman and mothers, reduce the need for abortion, encourage healthy relationships, and promote adoption. And as we remember this historic anniversary, we must also continue our efforts to ensure that our daughters have the same rights, freedoms, and opportunities as our sons to fulfill their dreams.” \u00e2\u20ac\u201d President Obama\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s statement on the 39th anniversary of Roe v. Wade <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
“As we mark the 39th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we must remember that this Supreme Court decision not only protects a woman\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s health and reproductive freedom, but also affirms a broader principle: that government should not intrude on private … Continue reading