Florida Abortion Amendment

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
A proposed amendment in Florida to create a constitutional right to abortion up to 24 weeks of pregnancy is falling short of the 60 percent support needed to pass, based on a poll by Florida Atlantic University. Democrats largely support the measure, while Republicans are divided and unsure.

Key Points

  • Democrats largely support the amendment
  • Republicans are divided and unsure
  • Men are more likely than women to oppose the amendment
  • If passed, the amendment would undo the six-week limit on abortion in Florida

Pros

  • Creates a constitutional right to abortion up to 24 weeks of pregnancy
  • Backed by left-wing groups like Planned Parenthood and the ACLU

Cons

  • Falling short of the 60 percent support needed to pass
  • Republicans are divided and unsure about the measure