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When the Senate voted Wednesday to consider a bill to expand abortion rights, Democrats knew the procedural step would fall short of the 60 votes needed. But it will give their vulnerable members an opportunity to tout their support for Roe v. Wade on the campaign trail, underscoring their hopes that abortion will bring Democratic voters to the polls in a way that Republicans have historically used the topic.
“Read below to understand why I voted to defend reproductive freedom, then sign your name if you agree that such a personal health care decision should be between a woman and her doctor,” Colorado Sen. Michael Bennet said in an email blast after the vote, encouraging people to join a list that can help campaigns build their fundraising efforts.
