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It’s a start! NE lawmaker responds to voters on abortion

By May 8, 2023No Comments

It’s a start.  A long-time Republican stopped a full abortion ban majority vote in Nebraska.   This should not mean his compromise is the best solution, but to see a Republican respond to his constituency instead of voting lock-step no matter what is refreshing.

“In the days since state Sen. Merv Riepe cast the lone vote that blocked a near-total abortion ban in his conservative state, he’s faced protests at his office, the cold shoulder from irate colleagues, and calls for his resignation. …”

Coley Itkowitz and Sabrina Rodriguez report for The Washington PostNeb. lawmaker chose voters over his party