Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona appeared on NBC’s “Meet the Press” and expressed his support for abolishing the filibuster in order to establish abortion rights as law. Host Kristen Welker highlighted the current situation in Arizona regarding abortion rights and asked Kelly if he believes the recent legislative actions in the state would impact Democratic voter turnout.
Kelly noted the challenges women in Arizona have faced, attributing them to Donald Trump’s presidency and the threats to Roe v. Wade. He emphasized the need for national legislation to protect women’s reproductive rights and suggested that this could only be achieved with Joe Biden as president.
When asked if he would be willing to eliminate the filibuster to enshrine Roe v. Wade into law, Kelly responded affirmatively. He drew parallels between the Senate’s rules and the constraints faced in his time at NASA, highlighting the need to modify the rules for the greater good, especially when it comes to women’s healthcare.
Kelly’s stance on this issue indicates his commitment to ensuring access to healthcare for women in Arizona and beyond.
