Political Quotes

“I think that shows, we are not here talking about not having the abortion or not bringing an end to the potential life. I think that ought to be clear. I think we have heard arguments on the other side that suggested that this is opposition to abortion. That underlines the point that has been made here. This is not a bill about stopping abortions in any circumstances, mental health, whatever the reason. It is saying, well, you did not perform the fatal act early enough. I think that is a great distinction with very little difference. I think that it undercuts the arguments they have been making. I think people have been led to believe that this was going to prevent late term abortion. We have the acknowledgment that it does no such thing and does not even try to. Second, as to the medical argument, I do not think Congress ought to arbitrate disagreements among doctors.”