The significant expansion of abortion approved today by the Senate is a sad day for Rhode Island, and a tragedy for thousands of defenseless unborn. We applaud the 17 senators who, by voting no, exposed the truth that this is much more than a mere confirmation of the status quo. Rather, the surprisingly close vote reflects the degree to which legislators knew in their private thoughts that this bill significantly expands abortion in Rhode Island. This is deeply disappointing.
Rev. Bernard Healey, Director
Rhode Island Catholic Conference