• 0110010001100010@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    They were never pro-life, they have always been pro-birth. It’s all a thinly-veiled ruse to control women. If they were truly pro-life they would support vast expansions to social safety nets such as food stamps and universal healthcare.

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      They also hate the idea that Democrats would accomplish any legislative acts that were popular. Their goal is to be elected and retain power, not actually help citizens.

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      1 year ago

      It’s actually about dichotomies and political messaging.

      If I call myself pro-life that makes you pro-death if you disagree with me.