GOP Platform Softening on Abortion and Response from Mike Pence

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Former Vice President Mike Pence sends letters to pro-life Republican delegates regarding the GOP platform's softened language on abortion. The platform now focuses on the preservation of life and state power in developing abortion laws. The DNC criticizes Trump and Republicans for potentially banning abortion federally if re-elected.

Key Points

  • Former Vice President Mike Pence sends letters to pro-life Republican delegates regarding the softened language on abortion in the GOP platform
  • The GOP platform now focuses on the preservation of life and state power in developing abortion laws
  • DNC criticizes Trump and Republicans for potentially banning abortion federally if re-elected

Pros

  • Focus on preservation of life
  • Recognition of state power in developing abortion laws

Cons

  • Softening of pro-life language in the GOP platform