Roe on the Chopping Block
Posted: Thu Dec 02, 2021 1:47 pm
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I hope so but I remain skeptical. One because I'm not entirely certain Democrats well successfully leverage this as the rallying cry they should. Two because the general public is woefully unaware of what their own states laws would look like if Roe v Wade was overturned. Perhaps seeing those trigger laws kick in will have an impact on people, but who knows.Some Schmo wrote: ↑Thu Dec 02, 2021 2:09 pmIf this happens, the political backlash will be fierce. This is the one thing I could see upending GOP chances of taking control of anything in the midterms. People will go nuts.
Perhaps you're right. I suppose the reason I think this will backfire on the GOP is that only 24% for the nation wants Roe overturned, according to an article I just read. Also, elections are decided on the margins. It only needs to swing a small percentage of voters to wipe out GOP hopefuls in the midterms.Xenophon wrote: ↑Thu Dec 02, 2021 2:21 pmI hope so but I remain skeptical. One because I'm not entirely certain Democrats well successfully leverage this as the rallying cry they should. Two because the general public is woefully unaware of what their own states laws would look like if Roe v Wade was overturned. Perhaps seeing those trigger laws kick in will have an impact on people, but who knows.Some Schmo wrote: ↑Thu Dec 02, 2021 2:09 pmIf this happens, the political backlash will be fierce. This is the one thing I could see upending GOP chances of taking control of anything in the midterms. People will go nuts.
Unfortunately abortion also ranks fairly low on most people's political radar, despite the hype it seems to have each election cycle. Honestly I think the latest laws in Texas is the most "fired up" I've actually seen regular people about it and the Mississippi law got significantly less media attention than it.
Oh please!! Overturning Roe versus Wade and allowing States to make the decision if abortion remains legal or not is a great idea. I'm so excited for the Republicans I might just vote three times next election.Some Schmo wrote: ↑Thu Dec 02, 2021 2:44 pmPerhaps you're right. I suppose the reason I think this will backfire on the GOP is that only 24% for the nation wants Roe overturned, according to an article I just read. Also, elections are decided on the margins. It only needs to swing a small percentage of voters to wipe out GOP hopefuls in the midterms.Xenophon wrote: ↑Thu Dec 02, 2021 2:21 pmI hope so but I remain skeptical. One because I'm not entirely certain Democrats well successfully leverage this as the rallying cry they should. Two because the general public is woefully unaware of what their own states laws would look like if Roe v Wade was overturned. Perhaps seeing those trigger laws kick in will have an impact on people, but who knows.
Unfortunately abortion also ranks fairly low on most people's political radar, despite the hype it seems to have each election cycle. Honestly I think the latest laws in Texas is the most "fired up" I've actually seen regular people about it and the Mississippi law got significantly less media attention than it.
Obviously I hope you're correct and if there is going to be a catalyst to reinvigorate Dem voters this is likely as good an option as any. The headwind is just very strong in the upcoming year and I'm not sure this will be enough unless it is leveraged really well.Some Schmo wrote: ↑Thu Dec 02, 2021 2:44 pmPerhaps you're right. I suppose the reason I think this will backfire on the GOP is that only 24% for the nation wants Roe overturned, according to an article I just read. Also, elections are decided on the margins. It only needs to swing a small percentage of voters to wipe out GOP hopefuls in the midterms.
Yes please, so it hurts the Republicans politically.
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About time. This is going to be great news for so many Americans. We need to protect the unborn.