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Flashpoint: Fight over abortion moves down new path in Michigan

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DETROIT – The fight over abortion is moving down a new path in Michigan. Should a pregnant teen need parental consent to terminate a pregnancy?

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We’re going to start out the conversation with the latest battle over abortion in Michigan. Now, yes, the matter may seem settled given the vote for reproductive freedom in 2022. But Democrats know the issue is a winner for them.

Last week, a Democrat won a usually Republican legislative seat in Alabama by making abortion and IVF the key issues. Back in Michigan, what about parental consent, which current law demands. Is that a winner for Democrats or is that finally a place where Republicans can get a foothold on the issue?

You can watch the March 31, 2024, episode of Flashpoint in the video player above.


About the Author
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Devin Scillian is equally at home on your television, on your bookshelf, and on your stereo. Devin anchors the evening newscasts for Local 4. Additionally, he moderates Flashpoint, Local 4's Sunday morning news program. He is also a best-selling author of children's books, and an award-winning musician and songwriter.

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