Jennifer Wexton on Abortion

Women's access to reproductive and contraceptive services

Jennifer T. Wexton: I believe access to affordable healthcare is a right for all Americans. In the State Senate, I have fought alongside fellow Democrats for a woman's right to make her own healthcare decisions and to more easily access reproductive and contraceptive services. I have also been a champion for mental health reform and combating the heroin and opioid crisis in Virginia.

CC:Publicly fund abortions.

The Christian Coalition Voter Guide inferred whether candidates agree or disagree with the statement, 'Public Funding of Abortions (Such as Govt. Health Benefits and Planned Parenthood)' Christian Coalition's self-description: "Christian Voter Guide is a clearing-house for traditional, pro-family voter guides. We do not create voter guides, nor do we interview or endorse candidates."

CC:No parental notification for abortions by minors.

The Christian Coalition Voter Guide inferred whether candidates agree or disagree with the statement, 'Parental Notification for Abortions by Minors ' Christian Coalition's self-description: "Christian Voter Guide is a clearing-house for traditional, pro-family voter guides. We do not create voter guides, nor do we interview or endorse candidates."

Pro-choice, according to PVS survey.

Project Vote Smart inferred whether candidates agree or disagree with the statement, 'Abortion: Do you generally support pro-choice or pro-life legislation?' PVS self-description: "The Political Courage Test provides voters with positions on key issues. Historically, candidates have failed to complete our test due to the advice they receive from their advisors and out of fear of negative attack ads."