Perot has not only taken a pro-abortion stand, his is the first presidential candidate ever to have conceived close personal and institutional ties to the abortion industry. The Perots are activists with an interest in the most radical fringe of the
pro-abortion movement.
He funded an entire gynecological wing of the Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, which has provided first and second trimester abortions as well as amniocentesis research. He has also been a vocal supporter of Planned Parenthood.
Source: Strong-Man Politics, by George Grant, p. 98
Nov 7, 1992
It’s a woman’s choice, including federal funding
My personal position on abortion is well-known, but I will restate it just to make sure there’s no confusion:
I support a woman’s right to have an abortion. It is the woman’s choice.
I support encouragement of adoption as an alternative to
abortion.
I support federal funding of reproductive counseling and education that can help prevent unwanted pregnancies so that fewer women will have to face this difficult decision.
I support federal funding of abortions for poor women. Since
these women have already made the decision, for public health reasons, we should ensure that the procedure is done safely.
I believe it is time for Congress to codify these positions into law. Each human life is a precious gift. We should not create
a human life unless we’re willing to take responsibility for it. It is irresponsible for two people to create a human life they don’t want. For democracy to work, every single one of us has to take responsibility for his or her actions.
Source: United We Stand, by Ross Perot, p. 93-94
Jul 2, 1992
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