Responding to a question she was asked last week at a fund-raiser in Phoenix, Dole signed a letter today finally taking a position on an issue close to the hearts of GOP conservatives.
Republican women can set the example.
Dole Calls Amendment Futile Dole stressed that she opposes abortion, except in cases of rape or incest or to save the life of the mother. But she said it was pointless to push for a constitutional amendment that would ban abortion, particularly given public support for a woman's right to choose. But, of course, it's not. Abortion has long been one of the thorniest issues for Republican presidential candidates. While the GOP has historically opposed abortion, most polls show Americans want to keep the government from meddling in a woman's decision.