Political Quotes

“This is the final amendment to the bill which will not stop the bill or send it back to committee. If adopted, this bill will immediately proceed to final passage, as amended. I rise today as a mother, as a woman, and as a Representative to offer this straightforward amendment to protect women's access to vital health care. Contrary to what many Americans have been led to believe, the bill before us today is not about abortion. This bill would, however, restrict women's access to health care all across the country by entirely eliminating all Federal funding for Planned Parenthood. Let's be very clear. No Federal tax dollars go towards abortions, and none have since 1976. That is not what this bill is about. We all know a woman who has been diagnosed with cancer--cervical cancer, breast cancer, ovarian cancer. It may be your mother, your neighbor, or your wife who sought preventive care or cancer screening from a doctor of her choice. Yes, we all know a woman who has received quality medical care at Planned Parenthood. In fact, one in five American women have sought medical care from Planned Parenthood. It may be your daughter. It may be your boss. It may be your colleague. My amendment will ensure that any qualified organization that provides women's health services can receive funding. It is simple, and it is fair. We need more access to quality health care, not less.…”