Tom Martin on Abortion

Former Democratic Representative (PA-5)

End the federal "War on Abortion"

No to federal "War on Abortion", despite personal opposition.
No government funding of abortion, but no prohibitions either.
No govt. imposition; encourage private alternatives.
The federal government should have no role in the matter.

Source: Campaign website, members.aol.com/Martin4senate/ Oct 30, 2006

Anti-Choice zealots shouldn't outlaw research

Abortion is a highly private matter. Personally I see it as a form of suicide since it is terminating ones chances into the next generation. It is truly sad and destructive to the claims of pro-life when Anti-Choice zealots attempt to use the force of government to outlaw procedures and research that can help millions of infertile couples choose life. Source: Campaign website, members.aol.com/Martin4senate/ Oct 30, 2006

Opposes "Abortion is a woman's right"

Get the government out of the abortion business.
A right that I personally oppose but would not legislatively oppose.
Not a dime of federal money to fund abortions.
Abortion is a form of suicide that terminates part of mothers life force into next generation.
Oppose Constitutional amendment to define life at conception. Would quash people who choose life through scientific means like IFV and GIFT.

Source: candidate Oct 2000 Oct 15, 2000

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