ND Governor Faces Choice On Abortion Restrictions

Now that North Dakota has all but enacted what would be two of the most restrictive abortion laws in the country, the state's Governor faces a choice.

 

 

 

 

Bismarck, N.D. (AP)  Now that North Dakota has all but enacted what would be two of the most restrictive abortion laws in the country, the state's Governor faces a choice.
 
Governor Jack Dalrymple can join with fellow Republicans and approve measures that are likely to lead to a costly legal battle that opponents say will end in utter failure. Or he could veto the bills the legislature approved and that have enough support to pass without him. Such a move that would draw the ire of social conservatives.
 
Even those in North Dakota who normally balk at Government spending don't seem concerned about spending money on a fight over the U.S. Supreme Court's 1973 decision that legalized abortion.
 
Republican Senator Dwight Cook says he didn't consider the cost when voting for the bills.

 

Associated Press

   

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