Washington – With the 5th District seat in Congress at stake, Democratic Rep. Elizabeth Esty and challenger Republican Mark Greenberg are making last-minute appeals to voters help turn out their supporters and sway the undecided.
Abortion
Despite the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, abortion remains legal in Connecticut up until a fetus can live independently outside the womb.
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Blumenthal touches off political war over abortion bill
WASHINGTON– Sen. Richard Blumenthal touched off a passionate debate on Capitol Hill Tuesday with a hearing on the hot-button issue of abortion, arguing state legislatures have no right to promote laws that limit access to the procedure.
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Blumenthal joins liberal revolt over Georgia judicial nominee
WASHINGTON — With tough questions about the Confederate battle emblem and abortion, Sen. Richard Blumenthal joined a growing group of liberals who are dismayed over President Obama’s nomination of Michael Boggs to a district court seat in Georgia.
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Couple sues over abortion coverage in Access Health CT plans
WASHINGTON — Thanks to subsidies under the ACA, Barth and Abbie Bracy of Dayville can buy a comprehensive policy through Access Health CT for only $2.63 a month. But they are suing the exchange, and federal officials, over what they say are moral principles.