Jackie Speier: “The ability to access an abortion should not depend on how much money you have, where you live, or where you are…”

This is my last speech on the House floor. I have given hundreds of speeches on this floor, but there will be no more. I am reminded of a quotation, each of us is called to do something, and if we don't do it, it won't get done. For almost…

I'm not going to sugarcoat this. This is a scandal, and it's one that each and every one of you need to take ownership of.

I thank my constituents for the greatest opportunity of my life--to serve them. ____________________

I think there is no question that there is a 14th Amendment violation to women serving at these 109 installations where they cannot access the abortion care nearby.