Does Melania Trump really think her pro-choice messaging will fool us? | Moira Donegan
It could be that she is being sincere, but that does not mean her choice to make them now is not cynical
Just how stupid does Melania Trump think we are? On Wednesday, my colleagues at the Guardian published a leaked excerpt of the former first lady’s memoir, in which the Slovenian-born former model and Donald Trump’s third wife claims to be passionately pro-choice. The leak comes just a month before November’s presidential election, a contest in which Trump’s hopes of returning to the White House are severely threatened by voter anger over the 2022 reversal of Roe v Wade, and the suffering of women caused by sadistic abortion bans across the country.
In her memoir, Mrs Trump speaks of abortion rights as a matter of women’s dignity and fundamental freedom. “It is imperative to guarantee that women have autonomy in deciding their preference of having children, based on their own convictions, free from any intervention or pressure from the government,” she wrote. She later reiterated the sentiment in a short video posted to Truth Social, her husband’s social media platform.
Continue reading...Date: | |
Tag: | Donald Trump |
-
Top stories - The New York Times
Could Trump Really Use the Justice Department to Lock Up His Enemies?
In a survey of 50 members of the D.C. legal establishment, many warn that Trump could follow through on his threats to prosecute his political adversaries.8 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - ABC News
Melania Trump reveals pro-abortion rights stance in new memoir: Report
Melania Trump, the wife of former President Donald Trump, is criticizing restrictions on reproductive rights in her upcoming memoir, according to a new report.7 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Health - ABC News
Melania Trump says she supports abortion rights, putting her at odds with the GOP
Melania Trump has revealed her support for abortion rights ahead of the release of her upcoming memoir4 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
How we met: ‘We were at the circus, talking nonsense in the queue for the toilets. I really liked her’
Lara and Claire, both 57, got chatting on a night out in 2014. They’ve been close friends ever since. As a single mum, Lara was always busy. “I was living in Bristol and working as a child ...13 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Melania Trump: ‘We are dealing with much more danger’
Former first lady Melania Trump weighed in on the state of former President Trump's bid for the White House in an interview Wednesday, while also reflecting on the recent assassination attempts on ...10 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - BBC News
Melania Trump signals support for abortion rights
Her apparent support of abortion access puts her at odds with her husband, who has taken credit for helping to overturn Roe v Wade.5 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Melania Trump makes abortion rights push
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story Melania Trump makes abortion rights push Former first lady Melania Trump rocked the political ...2 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
Melania Trump defends abortion rights in new video
The three justices former President Donald Trump appointed to the Supreme Court played a major role in overturning Roe v. Wade. Nevertheless, former first lady Melania Trump expressed her support ...15 minutes ago - Donald Trump
More from The Guardian
-
World - The Guardian
Middle East crisis live: Beirut strikes reportedly target Nasrallah successor; 18 killed in Israeli strike on West Bank, officials say
Target in Lebanese capital thought to be Hashem Safieddine, say Israeli media reports; Palestinian media say death toll largest in single West Bank attack in 24 years . Lebanon’s ambassador to the ...10 minutes ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
What are the risks involved in Israeli options for retaliatory strikes on Iran?
Israel has several possible targets including military, economic or even nuclear sites, but all come with caveats. Middle East crisis – live updates Israel has several options if its leaders ...6 hours ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
Israel orders evacuation of southern Lebanese city as Beirut strikes continue
People of Nabatieh are told to leave, adding to mass displacement, and multiple airstrikes are heard in capital. Middle East crisis: live updates The Israeli military has ordered evacuations ...29 minutes ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
Lebanese healthcare workers fearful as growing numbers killed in strikes
At least 50 paramedics have been killed in Lebanon over the last two weeks. The airstrikes started just before noon. The injured and the dead quickly followed. As the ground in the southern ...6 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Yazidi woman kidnapped by IS freed from Gaza after decade in captivity
Officials say US, Israel, Jordan and Iraq involved in rescue of 21-year-old who had been captured in Iraq. A 21-year-old woman kidnapped by Islamic State militants in Iraq more than a decade ago ...7 hours ago