Abortion to be labeled ‘child abuse’ in Alaska if landmark measure passes

‘An Alaska lawmaker is at the center of controversy after placing an anti-abortion message into a state House resolution that is aimed at drawing attention to the problems of child abuse and sexual assault in the state. Republican Representative David Eastman of Wasilla tacked on the amendment referring to abortion as “the ultimate form of child abuse.” He said he felt that discussing child abuse without bringing up abortion would be wrong.
A divided House Rules Committee approved the amendment, but critics feel the resolution is the wrong place to stir up a debate over abortion. The state is dealing with a high rate of sexual assault, and the resolution, which was intended to protect women and children, was not controversial before the amendment was added.’
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