Abortion becomes a major issue in Democratic gubernatorial race

DallasBlog.com | Tom Pauken:

“The dispute highlights one reason why the Democratic party has become a minority party in America. Being strongly in favor of abortion rights has become a litmus test for any Democrat aspiring to run for President or almost any Democrat who runs for statewide office.”

Ed Cognoski responds:

Having a litmus test is not the reason one party is in minority status. Both parties have litmus tests concerning abortion - pro or con. If their stand for a woman's right to choose is the reason Democrats are a minority party, it's because abortion is legal and Democratic voters are complacent. It's the Republicans who are outraged with the status quo and determined to change the laws and get out the vote to do so. But, in reality, there are a whole host of reasons why Democrats are in minority. Abortion plays a part, but only a part.