Trump, Abortion is no Longer a Significant Factor in Election

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Former President Donald Trump argued that the issue of abortion is no longer a significant factor in elections, suggesting that it will become "a very small issue" in the upcoming vote. Speaking at a news conference held at his Mar-a-Lago estate, Trump expressed his views on the evolving political landscape surrounding abortion and hinted at how he might approach the subject in future political decisions.

 

During his remarks, Trump promised to announce his position on a proposed constitutional amendment in Florida that would protect the right to abortion and potentially overturn the state’s existing 6-week ban on the procedure. He reiterated his longstanding support for exceptions to abortion bans in cases of rape, incest, or when the life of the mother is at risk, noting that abortion "seems to be much less of an issue, especially for those [states] where they have the exceptions."

 

The former president took credit for shifting the abortion debate to the state level, emphasizing that subsequent state-level votes have produced results that are "much more, if you could say, liberal than you would think." He pointed to recent ballot measures in Ohio and Kansas, where voters chose to enshrine the right to abortion in their state constitutions or rejected amendments that would have denied such rights.

 

Trump, who currently resides in Florida, acknowledged that the state will include a measure on the ballot in November concerning the right to abortion. When asked how he intends to vote on this measure, Trump responded, "I’m going to announce that. I’m gonna actually have a press conference on that at some point in the near future, so I don’t want to tell you now."

 

Trump also discussed the complexities surrounding abortion bans that do not include exceptions, arguing that such bans make it "a much tougher issue" to navigate politically. He suggested that a majority of Republicans now support exceptions to abortion bans and that more are likely reconsidering their positions on the matter.

 

"I think that abortion has become much less of an issue. It’s a very—I think it’s actually going to be a very small issue," Trump remarked. He continued, "I think the abortion issue has been taken down many notches. I don’t think it’s—I don’t think it’s a big factor anymore, really."

The former president was also questioned about whether he would direct the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to revoke access to mifepristone, a drug commonly used in medical abortions in combination with misoprostol. Trump responded, "You could do things that would supplement. Absolutely. And those things are pretty open and humane. But you have to be able to have a vote, and all I want to do is give everybody a vote." He added, "There are many things on a humane basis that you can do outside of that."

 

Trump has previously indicated that he would not block access to abortion pills, and in an interview with Time magazine in April, he mentioned that he would be clarifying his stance on the issue. Since the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022, Democrats have successfully campaigned on the platform of abortion access, making it a central theme of their political strategy. Vice President Kamala Harris has been particularly vocal on this issue, frequently referencing "Trump’s abortion bans" in states that have implemented restrictions on the procedure.

 

A Gallup poll released in June revealed that a record percentage of the electorate—32 percent—said they would only vote for a candidate who shares their views on abortion, with 23 percent of respondents identifying as supportive of abortion rights. Following Harris’s emergence as the likely Democratic nominee, abortion-rights activists have expressed confidence in her ability to campaign on this issue with greater fluency and capability than President Biden. Harris has long supported abortion access and has been actively touring the country to discuss reproductive rights in recent months.

 

On the other side of the political spectrum, Republicans have largely steered clear of discussing abortion. Trump notably omitted the topic from his record-long acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention. His running mate, Senator JD Vance (R-Ohio), who has previously opposed exceptions to abortion bans, now aligns with Trump’s position.

 

Credit: Hill  2024-08-10

 

 

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[Jingthing]

He's delusional as usual.

Of course it's still a big issue.

 

Seen on the street.

A picture of "cat lady" Vance.

 

Your Body 

My Choice

[herfiehandbag]

Should Trump win it will suddenly emerge as the top priority.

 

Meanwhile let us concentrate on electric sharks circling sinking boats, the size of the crowds at Martin Luther Kings rallies, and in the vice presidential stakes, childless cat women! 😃

Edited August 10 by herfiehandbag

[Chomper Higgot]

Did you see is ‘news conference’?

 

He’s barking at the moon.

[Tug]

Hate to break it to ya Donnie but the lady’s think it’s a big issue and they vote!here’s a joyful tidbit the Harris walz ralley in Arizona was 10,000+ people the stadium was packed to the rafters the crowd fired up!it went off well!!the roar of lock him up must have Donne thinking !!!

[gargamon]

It's going to be OK for Donnie.  He's going to replace his staff and bring back Kelly Anne Conway. Too bad he can't get Bannon. He's still locked up. 

[Captain Flack]

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[candide]

Donald who?

[Freddy42OZ]

I read that as Trump being Pro-Abortion.   I thought his supports are vehemently Anti-abortion.  

For the record I'm very much Pro-Abortion at any time before the actual birth. 

[Will B Good]

 

 

Yes...he's right.....all those XXs out there....so dizzy...doh!.....will have forgotten how he single handedly overturned their hard fought for rights.

[johnnybangkok]

Does anyone actually believe what this man says any more? During consideration for their appointment all of his SCOTUS appointees said they would not change Roe v Wade then when appointed that's exactly what they did. 

He absolutely knows abortion IS a significant factor in elections and he knows he has to APPEAR to not want to ban, but I can guarantee you this man has made promises to the Christian right to get their support and IF he ever gets back in the White House it'll be time to pay the piper.

The ONLY safe option to guarantee abortion rights is to vote Dem. 

[rudi49jr]

2 hours ago, thaipo7 said:

**post removed**

 of course it’s a big deal. When Trump and the GOP get their way, there will be a nationwide ban on abortion. As it is, some states are making it illegal to help a pregnant woman get across the border to another state to get an abortion. Besides, being pregnant and having to get an abortion is stressful enough for these women as it is without having to travel hundreds of miles to another state.

 

[Will B Good]

5 minutes ago, johnnybangkok said:

Does anyone actually believe what this man says any more?

 

70 million seemingly hang on his every word.....I blame the teachers.

 

If teachers, as claimed by Republicans, are all LBGT+ and communists...... how come half the grown up kids still vote for this m***n?

[johnnybangkok]

1 minute ago, Will B Good said:

 

70 million seemingly hang on his every word.....I blame the teachers.

 

If teachers, as claimed by Republicans, are all LBGT+ and communists...... how come half the grown up kids still vote for this m***n?

Fair point. Let me rephrase that then - Does any sane person actually believe what this man says any more?

[Will B Good]

Just now, johnnybangkok said:

Fair point. Let me rephrase that then - Does any sane person actually believe what this man says any more?

 

NO!

[bamnutsak]

I like how he thinks he can wish cast important issues away. Sir, do so at your own peril.

 

He didn't understand the Mephepristone question.

 

And he couldn't answer the question on how he'd vote in the Florida Abortion ballot referendum.

 

And he again said that Democrats are for abortion after birth.

 

 

And he'll never understand IVF.

 

 

 

Americans want the freedom to choose what's best for their health and families. They don't like the government performing a pelvic exam, or tracking their menstrual cycles, or tracking their movement across state lines.

 

 

He's a simpleton.

 

 

 

[Will B Good]

Just now, bamnutsak said:

I like how he thinks he can wish cast important issues away. Sir, do so at your own peril.

 

He didn't understand the Mephepristone question.

 

And he couldn't answer the question on how he'd vote in the Florida Abortion ballot referendum.

 

And he again said that Democrats are for abortion after birth.

 

 

And he'll never understand IVF.

 

 

 

Americans want the freedom to choose what's best for their health and families. They don't like the government performing a pelvic exam, or tracking their menstrual cycles, or tracking their movement across state lines.

 

 

He's a simpleton.

 

 

 

 

 

"Americans want the freedom to choose what's best for their health and families. They don't like the government performing a pelvic exam, or tracking their menstrual cycles, or tracking their movement across state lines"

 

 

 

And therein lies the huge contradiction they face....freedom, freedom....oh...but not that freedom, because we need the swivel-eyed religious loons, who want a total ban on abortion, to vote for us.......so much for separation of church and State.

[bubblegum]

Trump responded, "I’m going to announce that. I’m gonna actually have a press conference on that at some point in the near future, so I don’t want to tell you now."

 

Just like the better healthcare and infrastructure plan?

[JonnyF]

Trump is right. The age at which Liberals wish to kill unborn children should not be a deciding factor in the election. 

[mushroomdave]

Well the man-child at "Mar-A-Lardo" sure didn't see these "facts" from women.  And almost all of these were toss-ups going into election day.

 

The women showed up.....the women spoke.....believe me, it's significant to them still today:

 

Abortion Rights Victories Continue: Here Are All The Wins In Major Elections Since The Supreme Court Overturned Roe

 

https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2023/11/08/abortion-rights-victories-continue-here-are-all-the-wins-in-major-elections-since-the-supreme-court-overturned-roe/

 

 

Edited August 10 by stats
name calling reference removed

[RichardColeman]

Anyone that makes their political decisions purely based on the killing an unborn child is obscene.

[HappyExpat57]

44 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

Trump is right. The age at which Liberals wish to kill unborn children should not be a deciding factor in the election. 

Uh, um . . . you are so confused.

NO person who doesn't wear a red hat wishes to "kill unborn children." Shame on you.

However, the right to make that decision for yourself is what IS on the ballot.

Clear?

[HappyExpat57]

1 minute ago, RichardColeman said:

Anyone that makes their political decisions purely based on the killing an unborn child is obscene.

Again, It's not about mass killing of unborn children. It's about the right to make that decision for yourself that is the point.

[johnnybangkok]

51 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

Trump is right. The age at which Liberals wish to kill unborn children should not be a deciding factor in the election. 

Your typical nonsense again I see.

Liberals (which these days you seem to think is anyone that doesn't support Trump) are not wishing to kill unborn children. Harris supports a women's right to choose and supports Roe V Wade which allows abortions up to 3 months unless either the baby is already dead (decided by medical professionals as it should be) and/or the birth will prove fatal to the mother. In other words, sensible policies.

Trump usual fearmongering about Democrats wanting to "rip" babies from the womb at the "moment of birth," has been roundly condemned by fact-checkers as false? Surprise, surprise.

 

Edited August 10 by johnnybangkok

[Lacessit]

I am wondering how Trump is reconciling his "no big deal" speech with the fact his VP pick is rabidly anti-abortion.

 

Doublethink reigns supreme in MAGA world.

 

I expect Harris will fillet him in the debate on this issue.

[RichardColeman]

1 minute ago, HappyExpat57 said:

Again, It's not about mass killing of unborn children. It's about the right to make that decision for yourself that is the point.

There is no reason not to limit abortion to 6-8 weeks and make free pregnancy test kits in all shops from government funds. The idiots making it an issue are those that put women's rights of the termination of a child at later stages forefront of their argument and raking up issues that could be easily dealt with.

 

I think the states making the decision is correct - not happy, move to a state that allows it. Don;t like CA tax, move. nothing different

[Nick Carter icp]

8 minutes ago, HappyExpat57 said:

Again, It's not about mass killing of unborn children. It's about the right to make that decision for yourself that is the point.

 

   The baby should also decide  in the matter .

Wait until the baby is 18 years old and the both decide whether the 18 year old should be killed or not

[Lacessit]

3 minutes ago, RichardColeman said:

There is no reason not to limit abortion to 6-8 weeks and make free pregnancy test kits in all shops from government funds. The idiots making it an issue are those that put women's rights of the termination of a child at later stages forefront of their argument and raking up issues that could be easily dealt with.

 

I think the states making the decision is correct - not happy, move to a state that allows it. Don;t like CA tax, move. nothing different

Not everyone is financial enough to be going to other states.

 

Think before you post.

[Amethyst]

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Per the forum's rules:

 

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[HappyExpat57]

10 minutes ago, Nick Carter icp said:

 

   The baby should also decide  in the matter .

Wait until the baby is 18 years old and the both decide whether the 18 year old should be killed or not

So, you're saying if I go out to a parking lot at night and jack off, those millions of sperms should have a choice?