State of Wyoming Archives: on Abortion
Bill Dahlin:
Pro-life and pro-family
The forum consisted of a series of questions asked of all the candidates. All said they were pro-family, pro-guns and conservatives. All said they were pro-life and believe life begins at conception. Only two said they would make an exception to those
beliefs: Mark Gordon in cases of protecting the life of the mother, incest or rape, and Foster Friess for the life of the mother.Four are Wyoming natives, including Dahlin, born and raised in Sheridan.
Source: Gillette News Record on 2018 Wyoming gubernatorial race
Aug 14, 2018
Bill Dahlin:
There is nothing positive about abortions
What is my stance on abortion?
I could elaborate, but there is nothing positive about it.
Source: 2018 Wyoming gubernatorial website DahlinForGovernor.com
Sep 18, 2018
Charlie Hardy:
Men need to shut up about abortion
Abortion, Hardy said, is a private matter for a woman to decide. He said no one is in favor of abortion, and he feels men need to stop telling
women what to do while taking responsibility for their own actions. "Men need to shut up about it," Hardy said. "That's what I think."
Source: Powell Tribune coverage of 2014 Wyoming Senate race
Mar 18, 2014
Chris Rothfuss:
Opposed new reporting requirements for abortions
HB103: This bill establishes additional information that a physician is required to report when an abortion is performed.BetterWyoming blog summary:Requires the Board of Medicine to investigate any complaints that an abortion provider
has failed to comply with reporting requirements. The board can impose fines up to $25,000 and forfeiture of medical licenses.
Outcome: Passed House 46-12-2 on 2/25/19; Passed Senate 20-9-1 on 2/25; Sen. Rothfuss voted NO; Signed on 3/8.
Source: BetterWyoming blog on Wyoming voting records HB103
Feb 25, 2019
Cynthia Lummis:
Abortion OK in cases of rape and incest against a minor
Q: Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?A: To prevent the death of the mother and in cases of rape and incest against a minor.
There is no question rape and incest are heartbreaking tragedies and crimes--ones that bring deep emotional, physical and spiritual pain.
Lawmakers have a responsibility to not only ensure we have tough, aggressive laws that help to stop these kinds of violent crimes against women, but also resources available to victims and their families to help them cope.
I believe abortion is a sin against God, but in the event that a victim of rape or incest has an abortion the answer is to love them.
Source: AFA iVoterGuide on 2020 Wyoming Senate race
Nov 3, 2020
Dick Cheney:
Exemptions for rape, incest or woman’s life now OK
During his six terms as a congressman from Wyoming, Cheney consistently voted in favor of restrictions on abortion rights, but he told CNN that he supports Bush’s view on certain exemptions.
I’ve consistently supported the pro-life position, but I don’t have any problem supporting the pro-life proposition ... that would allow for exemption for rape, incest or the life of the mother, Cheney said.
Source: CNN.com, “Opens campaign in Wyoming”
Jul 26, 2000
Gary Trauner:
Strong advocate for women's abortion rights
Trauner has cast himself as a moderate Democrat, touting his career in business, his support for gun rights and advocacy for an energy plan that incorporates conventional sources like coal and sustainable sources like wind.
He also says government should stay out of Americans' personal lives and health decisions; he's for abortion rights.
Source: Billings Gazette on 2018 Wyoming Senate race
Oct 20, 2008
Keith Goodenough:
Comprehensive sex education, especially for females
Comprehensive and age appropriate sex education should be available for all young adults through voluntary programs within the school districts. The ongoing and severe resistance to any school based sex education program that still exists across
Wyoming would surprise many of you readers. Since females bear the brunt of unwanted pregnancies, this knowledge would obviously be much more helpful to them.
Source: Wyoming Tribune Eagle, "Legislature Ignores Women's Issues"
Mar 1, 2005
Keith Goodenough:
Rated 100% by NARAL for three years running
NARAL says, "We are committed to protecting the right to choose and electing candidates who will promote policies to prevent unintended pregnancy."- Goodenough supported the interests of the Wyoming
NARAL 100 percent in 2003.
- Goodenough supported the interests of the Wyoming NARAL 100 percent in 2002.
- Goodenough supported the interests of the Wyoming NARAL 100 percent in 2001.
Source: Wyoming NARAL (National Abortion Rights Action League)
Dec 31, 2003
Mark Gordon:
Pro-life except for incest, rape, or maternal life
The forum consisted of a series of questions asked of all the candidates. All said they were pro-life and believe life begins at conception. Only two said they would make an exception to those beliefs:
Gordon in cases of protecting the life of the mother, incest or rape, and Foster Friess for the life of the mother.Four are Wyoming natives, including Gordon, who was raised on a ranch west of Kaycee. Gordon is the state treasurer.
Source: Gillette News Record on 2018 Wyoming gubernatorial race
Aug 14, 2018
Mark Gordon:
Anti-abortion, with exceptions like rape cases
There was also general agreement on most of the night's topics. All of the candidates said they were anti-abortion, though Gordon said he believed in exceptions in the case of rape, incest or if the mother's life were at risk.
That drew some grumbles from the packed crowd.
Source: Wyoming Tribune-Eagle on 2018 Wyoming gubernatorial debate
Aug 3, 2018
Mark Gordon:
Enacted new reporting requirements for abortions
HB103: This bill establishes additional information that a physician is required to report when an abortion is performed.BetterWyoming blog summary:Requires the Board of Medicine to investigate any complaints that an abortion provider
has failed to comply with reporting requirements. The board can impose fines up to $25,000 and forfeiture of medical licenses.
Legislative Outcome: Passed House 46-12-2 on 2/25/19; Passed Senate 20-9-1 on 2/25; Signed by Governor on 3/8.
Source: Jackson Hole Buckrail on Wyoming voting records SF14
Mar 15, 2019
Mary Throne:
Keep the government out of pregnancy decisions
I still go back to [former Republican Rep.] Lisa Shepperson's quote in 2011 when she was pregnant with her first child and still in the Legislature. She went to the mic and said, "when I go to the doctor I want my husband there and my doctor, and
I don't want the government." I think that pretty much sums it up.
Source: Better Wyoming interview on 2018 Wyoming Governor race
Oct 8, 2016
Michael Enzi:
100% rating from the National Right to Life Committee
Q: You have started running your first TV ad of the campaign; here's a clip:CHENEY: "When I was 12 years old, my dad ran for Congress and we campaigned together as a family all across Wyoming. I'm running for the United States
Senate because it's time for a new generation of leaders to step up to the plate."
Q: You say in that ad it's time for a new generation. But let's look at Mike Enzi's record. He has a 93% lifetime rating from the American Conservative Union,
100% from the National Right to Life Committee, and an A-plus from the NRA. Is there something wrong with that record? Or are you just saying that at age 69, he is too old?
CHENEY: It's not about age. He's been here for 18 years; when you're
in a position like that, it's not enough just to say, "You know what, I'm going to go along and get along. I'm going to continue business as usual here in Washington." You've got to demonstrate results.
Source: Fox News Sunday: AdWatch on 2014 Wyoming Senate debate
Nov 17, 2013
Theresa Livingston:
Women may be driven to suicide because of state abortion ban
Livingston is also worried about the mental health impacts of the abortion ban and "how many women are going to be driven to suicide because they can't find
a solution that they need," she said. That's one reason why Livingston would be in favor of expanding statewide resources for suicide prevention in Wyoming.
Source: WyoFile.com on 2022 Wyoming Gubernatorial race
Jul 5, 2022
Tim Chesnut:
Abortions should always be legal
Chestnut indicated support of the following principles regarding abortion:- Abortions should always be legal.
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Support sexual education programs that include information on abstinence, contraceptives, and HIV/STD prevention methods.
Source: Wyoming 2004 Congressional National Political Awareness Test
Nov 1, 2004
Yana Ludwig:
Increase access to abortion where options are limited
Though she is, so far, the first candidate with major party ties to announce, Ludwig notably faces an uphill battle in deep-red Wyoming. In a state where billboards and rallies push for "a right to life," Ludwig wants to increase access to
abortion in a state where options are limited. While politicians in Wyoming are often reluctant to talk about LGBTQ issues, Ludwig--who herself is a bisexual woman--wants to stand for those, as well as for immigration rights and racial equality.
Source: Casper Star-Tribune on 2020 Wyoming Senate race
Jun 12, 2019
Reid Rasner:
Protecting life is paramount; life begins at conception
Protecting life is paramount! I firmly stand by the belief that life begins at conception. As a compassionate advocate for the sanctity of life, I support the idea that every single human being, right from
the moment of conception, deserves the right to life, love, and protection. Embracing this perspective is essential for fostering a society that cherishes and safeguards the most vulnerable among us.
Source: 2024 Wyoming Senate campaign website ReidRasner.com
Feb 12, 2024
Scott Morrow:
Denying a woman's right to prevent pregnancy is outrageous
The Wyoming Democratic Party is calling out Wyoming's two U.S. senators for helping block a bill that would have guaranteed a right to contraceptives, but also would have cancelled out a section of law affirming religious freedom.
The Right to Contraception Act required 60 votes last week to advance in the U.S. Senate but failed by a tally of 51-39."It is unconscionable that Senator Barrasso voted against codifying a woman's right to birth control," reads
Morrow's statement, which also condemns Barrasso's support of the U.S. Supreme Court's 2022 ruling to overturn Roe vs. Wade, a case that had enacted a federal right to abortion. "Denying
a woman's right to prevent pregnancy is outrageous, especially in the U.S. where the maternal mortality rate far exceeds that of other high-income nations," says Morrow's statement.
Source: Cowboy State Daily on 2024 Wyoming Senate race
Jun 11, 2024
Scott Morrow:
Big Brother should not get between women and doctors
We must assure at the federal level that every American has the protections enumerated in article one, section 38 of the Wyoming Constitution.
Big Brother should not be allowed to get between women and their doctors. Codify Roe v Wade.
Source: Candidate Connection on 2024 Wyoming Senate race
Aug 8, 2024
Cynthia Lummis:
IVF is OK, if not mandated and not too costly
Some wondered if Trump was serious about his call for government-mandated coverage of IVF, or whether he simply said it to mute Democratic attacks that a Trump victory would threaten access to IVF. "I take it as just
Trump's way of saying he supports IVF," said Sen. Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., who emphasized that she also supports legal IVF, which is backed by 86% of Americans, according to a CBS News poll taken in March, when the
Alabama court issued its ruling that threatened to end IVF.
"I don't know that we need to go so far as to mandate IVF coverage," Lummis said. "It just drives up the price of insurance. And so I don't know that
I agree with him that it should be mandated."
Still, Lummis and all but two Senate Republicans voted to block a Democratic bill to protect access to IVF earlier this year, saying the proposal was too broad.
Source: NBC News on 2024 Wyoming Senate race
Sep 10, 2024
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