Brownback reaches peak Caligula, stages weird reenactments of abortion ban signing

[DonViejo]

The GOPer has an odd celebration for the medically unnecessary law that could cost the state upwards of $450,000

JENNY KUTNER

I have to hand it to Gov. Sam Brownback: The Kansas Republican’s transition to a Caligula-inspired style of leadership during his second term has been a fascinating train wreck to watch.

In addition to directing the state to a massive budget shortfall, the governor has also signed some of the most restrictive antiabortion legislation in the country — including the nation’s first-ever ban on “dilation & evacuation” (D&E) abortion, which could effectively prohibit doctors from providing appropriate care for their patients. And now, Brownback has found a bizarre new way to celebrate the anti-choice law and create a public spectacle.

On Tuesday, the governor set out on a four-city tour to reenact his signing of SB 95, which happened during a closed-door ceremony earlier this month. Unlike the official signing, at which Brownback was flanked by blown-up images of developing fetuses and anti-choice activists, this week’s reenactment ceremonies were made open to the public — especially to students at the three Catholic high schools and Catholic church education building Brownback visited, according to Think Progress.

“I am profoundly disappointed that Governor Brownback has chosen to hold a publicity tour for this reprehensible law,” Julie Burkhart, a Kansas abortion provider and founder of the political action committee Trust Women, said. “Reenacting this bill signing in front of children is not only a publicity stunt, but also spreads hate and disrespect.”

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