WASHINGTON (AP) β Tens of thousands of Americans who oppose abortion, many of them young Catholics, are in Washington for the annual March for Life.
Thursday’s rally and march on the National Mall will mark the 42nd anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade decision.
Republican Congressman Mike Pompeo (pahm-PAY’-oh) of Kansas says the large youth contingent is evidence that “the pro-life movement is stronger than ever,” and a reminder that “every single life is a gift.”
But Democratic Congresswoman Louise Slaughter of New York says abortion opponents should not be allowed to impose their beliefs on all women, some of whom may choose the procedure after consulting with clergy.
As the protesters march, the House is to debate legislation that would ban most abortions after 20 weeks.
President Barack Obama has said he’ll veto the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act if it reaches his desk.
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