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Moderate Republican Rep. Mace Urges "Middle Ground" On Abortion, Criticizes Strict Florida Ban

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Overview

  • Rep. Nancy Mace opposes Florida's six-week abortion ban, calling it not compassionate and saying it puts rape and incest victims in a difficult position.
  • Mace suggests a 15- to 20-week ban on abortion with exceptions for pregnancies resulting from rape, incest or threats to the mother's life.
  • Mace believes her proposed policy represents a "middle ground"and the "sweet spot" on abortion.
  • Mace argues that supporting strict abortion bans will make it difficult for Republicans to win future elections.
  • Mace says Republicans should also support other measures like improving birth control access and funding foster care in order to change minds on abortion.