Congressman Colin Allred: Fighting for Abortion Rights in Texas
As Congressman Colin Allred navigates a crowded Democratic primary in his run for the U.S. Senate, one issue stands out as a crucial motivator for voter turnout: abortion rights.
In a recent op-ed in the Dallas Morning News, Allred vowed to vote to codify the protections offered under Roe v. Wade if elected to the Senate.
Allred passionately stated, “We need to go back to the standard that we’ve had for the last 50 years because what we’re facing now is that lawyers, not doctors, are deciding a woman’s access to essential healthcare.”
The congressman also highlighted the case of Kate Cox, a Texas mother who had to travel out of state for an abortion, emphasizing that her situation is not an unintended consequence but a deliberate outcome of the state’s restrictive abortion law.
Allred firmly believes that Texans value their freedom to make personal decisions and oppose government intervention in their lives.
In his quest for the Senate seat, Allred faces tough competition in a packed Democratic primary. Alongside candidates like state Sen. Roland Gutierrez and state Rep. Carl Sherman, Allred aims to secure a victory without a runoff so that the focus can be on challenging incumbent Republican Sen. Ted Cruz.
Allred is determined to hold Cruz accountable for his actions, criticizing the senator for his lack of leadership during crises and failure to support legislation beneficial to Texas.
With a clear vision and a commitment to Texas values, Congressman Colin Allred is ready to fight for the rights and well-being of the people of Texas.
Editor’s Note: The following video was uploaded in May 2023.