Georgia's 'heartbeat' law targeted by Democratic presidential hopefuls
Democratic candidates for president have made their opposition to Georgias heartbeat law and a wave of anti-abortion measures in other states a central part of their campaigns.
U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., told Georgias abortion rights advocates at the state Capitol that she was on their side.
Im am proud to be here in Georgia today to stand shoulder to shoulder with these women and the millions of people around the country who are outraged and fighting for our reproductive and civil rights, Gillibrand said after hosting a roundtable discussion involving abortion rights activists, providers and state Democratic lawmakers.
I am here to not only learn from you, but I intend to use my platform to not only shine a light on whats happening here in Georgia
I will also lead the fight for womens rights and civil rights across the country, the presidential hopeful said.
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(Atlanta Journal Constitution)