Secretary of Homeland Defense; Former Republican Governor (PA)
Pro-choice
Ridge was mentioned as a possible nominee for vice president in 1996, but some conservatives complained about his pro-choice views on abortion, and he asked not to be considered.
Source: National Journal, the Almanac of American Politics
Jan 28, 2000
Allow abortions, with limits; no partial-birth
Supports the following principles concerning abortion:
Abortions should be legal only within the first trimester of pregnancy.
Abortions should be legal only when pregnancy resulted from incest, rape, or when the life of the woman is
endangered.
Abortions should be limited by waiting periods and parental notification requirements.
Prohibit the late-term abortion procedure known as “partial-birth” abortion.
