The Scariest Thing this Halloween: Coathanger Abortions
October 31, 2005
If ideology is the only reason that Democrats use the filibuster to block Sam Alito’s nomination, it will be an attempt to overturn an election. And it will ultimately fail.
The sad truth is that the American people voted George W. Bush in for a second term. It was an incredibly slim margin, but he’s in nonetheless. And he has the right to nominate Supreme Court justices who share his ideology.
But we may yet snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. As reported in The New York Times and on NPR, we can hold out slim hope that a few moderate Republicans who support abortion rights will do the right thing and break with their party over the Alito nomination. These senators can swing the inevitable vote on the Senate floor. And we must do all we can to make sure that they do.
Probable Nay Votes:
Other Possible Nay Votes:
We must also pay attention to those Democrats whose credentials on abortion rights are less than stellar. Swinging Republican votes matters little when we lack unity within our own party.
Potential Problem Democrats:
If you’re registered to vote in any of the above states, please make sure to mention that you’re a constituent when you call. And for those of you registered elsewhere - send friendly messages of support. Let them know that the future of a woman’s right to choose is in their hands - and that you’re watching.
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