Earth to Activists: BRETT KAVANAUGH DOESN’T MEAN AN END TO ROE

   While his replacing of Anthony Kennedy is likely a positive development, pro-life and abortion activists alike are going into orbit over the prospect of Brett Kavanaugh ushering in the end of Roe. The rhetorical back and forth brings to mind the lyrics of the song “Space Oddity” by shock rocker David Bowie. “This is ground control to Major Tom … can you hear me Major Tom?”

   Since the announcement of his retirement, conservatives and liberals alike have been claiming Roe v, Wade is going to be overturned. Jeffrey Tubin, liberal commentator tweeted, “Abortion will be illegal in 20 states 18 months.”

   Conservative author and Christian apologist Dr. Michael Brown concurred in an article at Townhall. “[B]ased on his performance to date, it is highly likely, if not almost certain, that President Trump will nominate a solid, pro-life justice. And it is then very likely that Roe v. Wade would be overturned in the years ahead.”

   Oh, I wish it were true!

   But both sides are leaping too quickly to conclusions that don’t necessarily follow from these recent events.

   It’s time activists from both camps return to earth and understand that the appointment of Brett Kavanaugh doesn’t ensure the striking down of Roe v. Wade.

   Why? Two reasons.
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