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In spite of some disappointing results from the 2008 election a clear advantage exists for pro-life candidates. A post election poll shows that among voters who were concerned about the abortion issue the pro-life position benefited the candidate even though unrelated issues may have decided the election. Be sure to read and share the full polling company poll with your friends and neighbors. Silver Lining in Selection of
Pro-Abortionist to
Replace By Karen Cross When pro-abortion Sen. Hillary Clinton agreed to step down to become the secretary of state, pro-lifers had no illusions about the kind of replacement her fellow pro-abortion Democrat New York Gov. David Paterson would make. After the initial media hubbub over Caroline Kennedy subsided with her decision to withdraw, Paterson chose Congresswoman Kirsten Gillibrand (D) from upstate New York’s 20th congressional district. In 2006, Gillibrand unseated incumbent Rep. John Sweeney. She is a formidable candidate. Gillibrand is often referred to as a "moderate" because of her pro-gun rights and anti-tax stances. According to reports, she represents the only district in New York where registered Republicans outnumber registered Democrats. Unfortunately, this "Blue Dog Democrat" is also staunchly pro-abortion. NRL Legislative Director Douglas Johnson said, "She has not been in Congress long, but she has always voted against the pro-life side." The hardest of the hard-core pro-abortionists lauded her selection. Here’s how EMILY’s List—a pro-abortion political action committee, which supports only candidates who support abortion on demand—assessed the choice: "At EMILY’s List, we greeted the news that New York Governor David Paterson selected Kirsten Gillibrand to replace Hillary Clinton in the U.S. Senate with cheers and celebration," said EMILY’s List President Ellen Malcolm. "EMILY’s List endorsed her campaigns for Congress, confident in her 100 percent commitment to reproductive freedom." Gillibrand is completing Clinton’s term, so she will be up for re-election in 2010. She comes from a political family; is well-liked, even among those who disagree with her positions; and she is able to raise lots of money. Even though the election is 22 months away there are a host of prospective challengers, both within the Democratic Party and from the Republican side, such as pro-life Congressman Pete King, said to be considering a bid. There is a silver lining in this appointment. Gillibrand’s congressional seat is now open. The rural upstate New York district is a possible pro-life pick-up. There are already strong pro-life candidates said to be considering the race. **Governor Paterson has announced the special election for March 31.
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NRLC is
the nation's largest pro-life organization, with 50 state affiliates and
approximately 3,000 local affiliates nationwide. | |||
