Political Quotes

“Mr. President, No. 1, let's be very clear: This legislation has nothing to do with shielding bad actors. And, No. 2, mifepristone is a safe and effective drug and has been for over 50 years. So for my colleagues who have been on this path to limit access to healthcare for women and to reproductive freedom rights, to claim and make this misinformation and these scare tactics, when they are not true, does not do right by women. Let me just say this. A majority of this country--including men, including Democrats, Republicans, nonpartisans--support the right of a woman to choose. That is what this is about: continuing to fight for those rights. A woman should have the freedom to access 21st century healthcare. Giving it to the States to make this decision is still giving it to elected officials to be in a room with women when they are making this decision. That is not the answer. But until we can overturn Dobbs, we need legislation that is going to protect women so they can access this 21st century medication when they need it and come to States like mine without the fear of being prosecuted, and the doctors need to be protected. That is what this is about, and it will always be about giving the freedom to women for their access to healthcare in this country. And I will tell you this. My colleagues and I will never stop fighting for this. It is too important for our children, our young girls, and their future. I yield the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Washington.”