A question about Harry Reid and his pro-life stance .......

[Stinky The Clown]

Like most of you, I would prefer we have a leader who is more in step with the majority of those in our party.

I am not a particularly strong supporter of Reid, but I do have some respect for him.

My question to those more well-informed about this than me: How has his pro-life stance, specifically, affected his job, his leadership, or our party?

Please ... no general opinions of him. My question is pointed and narrow to that one issue. And I ask it in relation to the other Dems who may also hold such a view and who are either now in office or seeking ofice. Casey in PA is one who comes to mind.

[Stinky The Clown]

1. Morning self-kick

[SaveElmer]

2. Don't know...but

I know he has a good relationship with Kate Michelman, pres. of NARAL.

[Stinky The Clown]

3. I guess that goes toward confirming my impression of him .......

...... that he has a view and holds it honestly, but that he's not an activist to change what is, indeed, settled law. I can't think of anything he's done to change things around this issue. That said, if ever there were a vote directly to abortion rights, he'd likely cross over to vote his conscience. And therein lies the rub.

[blondeatlast]

4. I think there are many principled "pro-life" Dems who would prefer

to let Roe v. Wade stand as the decision was originally written.

Truthfully, Congress hasnt really had to face down the issue squarely yet and I imagine that they'd rather not regardless of which side of the issue or the aisle they are on.

Another example I can think of is Ed Schultz, the talk-shjow host.

He is often criticized for his "pro-life" stance, but has often expressed real concern over the threat to Roe v. Wade.

[SaveElmer]

5. He'd probably vote against it...but

I am sure he would not filibuster or lead any kind of opposition

[radio4progressives]

6. I'm struck by the assertion that any of these "leaders" are in step with

the "majority of those in our party".

wow!

[Stinky The Clown]

7. What assertion is that?

[Hippo_Tron]

8. I think that it has in no way at all effected his job performance

I remember this is a big deal when he got the job as minority leader. But he definately opposed Roberts and Alito. Whether he has done a good job as leader is another issue. But I don't think that he has let his personal pro-life views get in the way of his work.