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Dave Sunday, York County District Attorney, remains vague on enforcing Pennsylvania’s abortion laws, promising adherence without clear stances on reproductive rights. His opponent, Eugene DePasquale, vows not to prosecute abortions. Sunday’s stance contrasts with former AG Josh Shapiro’s strong defense of abortion rights.
Dave Sunday Maintains Ambiguity on Pennsylvania Abortion Law Enforcement
York County District Attorney Dave Sunday reaffirms his stance on enforcing Pennsylvania abortion laws amid his campaign for the Pennsylvania Attorney General seat. Sunday, competing against former Democratic Pennsylvania Auditor General Eugene DePasquale, reiterated he would adhere to current laws after DePasquale declared he would never prosecute women or doctors involved in abortions.
“The law is clear,” Sunday stated, emphasizing the legality of abortion in Pennsylvania and ruling out prosecuting women. However, with reproductive rights being critical for voters, concerns arise about Sunday potentially enforcing a national abortion ban in the state.
Following the WGAL debate, Sunday told Spotlight PA that ignoring a legislative abortion ban contradicts voter will. “Refusing to enforce a law due to personal beliefs undermines the will of 13 million Pennsylvanians,” Sunday remarked, contradicting past attorney generals’ positions on protecting these rights.
Former Attorney General Josh Shapiro had pledged to safeguard abortion rights after the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022. “I will stand firm in protecting a woman’s right to choose,” Shapiro declared, emphasizing any threats would face resistance from the Attorney General’s Office.
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