I unequivocally support a woman’s right to choose, and I back federal legislation—such as the Women’s Health Protection Act—to restore a national standard similar to Roe and Casey: protecting access to abortion up to the point of viability, and after viability whenever a woman’s life or health is at risk. I also support expanding access to contraception, medication abortion, and comprehensive reproductive health services, including for those who must travel across state lines, and ensuring that no one is criminalized or discriminated against for seeking or providing care.

At the same time, I believe it is critical to reclaim the idea of being “pro-life” from those who focus solely on restricting abortion. Supporting life means supporting families—ensuring that every parent has the resources, healthcare, and economic stability necessary to bring a child into the world safely and to provide them with a real chance to thrive. Policies like universal Medicare, accessible childcare, paid leave, and robust prenatal and postnatal care reflect the true meaning of supporting life: reducing fear, hardship, and financial insecurity for parents and children alike.

Democrats should not cede the moral high ground on this issue. We are the ones fighting to make sure every pregnancy is safe, every birth is supported, and every child has the greatest possible opportunity for success. Supporting reproductive freedom and supporting families are not opposing goals—they are part of the same commitment to dignity, health, and opportunity for every person in this country.