Defense Authorization Bill Allows Abortions at Military Hospitals

Senators John McCain and Mitch McConnell are working hard to block a vote on the Defense Authorization Bill because, among other things, it contains a provision that would allow the performance of abortions at military hospitals. The provision, authored by Senator Roland Burris of Illinois, would allow abortions at hospitals both here in the USA and on military bases overseas.

LifeNews.com reports that “in August, more than 200 physicians who have served U.S. soldiers have signed a letter to members of the Senate protesting the Burris amendment.” If this provision becomes law, it will place military medical professionals in the position of having to exercise conscience rights to not participate.

Senator Reid will ask for a vote to invoke cloture to allow a vote on the bill. Don’t expect any help for our side from either Feingold or Kohl.

Barbara Lyons