Abortion Ballot Initiative in Colorado
Left-wing activists in Colorado have gathered enough signatures to place abortion on the ballot in November, aiming to enshrine the right to unlimited abortion in the state constitution.
Key Points
- Volunteers gathered over 225,000 signatures for the ballot measure
- Measure requires support of 55% of voters to pass
- Would override a 1984 measure prohibiting health insurance coverage for abortions
Pros
- Enshrines the right to unlimited abortion in the state constitution
- Allows for personal, private healthcare decisions without government interference
Cons
- May face opposition from anti-abortion groups
- Could lead to a divisive debate among voters