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ICYMI: Budzinski Wants To Ensure Abortion Rights, Deering Celebrated Taking Them Away

IL-13 Democratic nominee Nikki Budzinski is making headlines for her stance on protecting women’s right to choose. Budzinski has made it clear that she believes that this is a personal matter and not a choice that should be made by the government.

Her radical opponent, Regan Deering, celebrated the overturning of Roe v. Wade, which opened the door for Republicans to push for a nationwide abortion ban with no exceptions.

92.7 WMAY: Budzinski Vows To Defend Abortion Rights If Elected To Congress
“Budzinski says access to abortion is an economic issue, and says women… not the government… should have the final say on when they start a family.” [92.7 WMAY, 9/8/2022]

The Pantagraph: Budzinski warns of federal abortion ban if GOP wins House; Deering says she’s also opposed
“‘If the House Republicans and Kevin McCarthy gets the gavel and the majority in November, and people like my Republican opponent Regan Deering, who does not support a woman’s right to choose, get control of the House majority, we will see issues like a national abortion ban and a vote coming up in Congress on whether that should happen or not,’ Budzinski said Thursday. ‘I oppose a national abortion ban.’” [The Pantagraph, 9/8/2022]

WCIA: Abortion rights take center stage in Illinois’ 13th congressional race
“Now, Budzinski is leaning in on her endorsements on the campaign trail. Her campaign is focusing on engaging women living in the 13th district to vote, with a special ‘Women with Nikki’ committee.” [WCIA, 9/8/2022]

Belleville News-Democrat – What action would candidates for Illinois 13th Congressional District take on abortion?
“Both Deering and Budzinski said they oppose a national ban on abortions… Budzinski, on the other hand, wants to codify the right to an abortion.” [Belleville News-Democrat, 9/9/2022]

WTAX Radio: Pro-Choice for Budzinski
“‘We were actually with Nikki that day, and the Dobbs decision (undoing Roe v. Wade came down that Friday morning, and the Illinois elections were that Tuesday, and it was so inspiring to hear Nikki talk genuinely about her anger at that decision,’ said Emily Cain of EMILY’s List during a Zoom news conference Thursday.” [WTAX Radio, 9/8/2022]

The Center Square: Illinois candidates for Congress have opposing views on abortion
“Budzinski criticized her opponent, claiming that Deering has yet to inform voters about her views on the issue. ‘My Republican opponent Regan Deering, when asked this question, could not give a simple yes or no to an important question that impacts working women throughout the 13th district,’ Budzinski said.” [The Center Square 9/9/2022]

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