President issues statement on 40th anniversary of Roe v. Wade
January 23, 2013
President Barack Obama issued a brief statement to commemorate the 40th anniversary ofRoe v. Wade, the Supreme Court decision that struck down laws protecting unborn human life.
“On the 40th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we reaffirm its historic commitment to protect the health and reproductive freedom of women across this country and stand by its guiding principle: that government should not intrude on our most private family matters, and women should be able to make their own choices about their bodies and their health care,” the president said.
“Today and every day, my Administration continues our efforts to reduce unintended pregnancies, support maternal and child health, and minimize the need for abortion,” he added. “On this anniversary, we recommit ourselves to supporting women and families in the choices they make and redouble our efforts to promote safe and healthy communities.”
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Posted by: wolfdavef3415 -
Jan. 24, 2013 12:51 AM ET USA
Really?! This administration believes that there is such a thing as private family matters?!
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Posted by: TheJournalist64 -
Jan. 23, 2013 8:52 PM ET USA
The choice is not about a woman's body. It is about killing an innocent human body growing inside her. He really thinks the American people are either corrupt or incompetent. And, with few exceptions, he may be right.
