Missouri Republicans were able to swiftly overturn abortion rights and paid sick leave using an uncommon procedural move, sparking outrage from Democrats and advocates who say the legislature has ignored the will of the people.
In November 2024, Missouri voters passed two major ballot initiatives: Amendment 3, which reinstated abortion rights lost after the fall of Roe v. Wade, and Proposition A, which guaranteed paid sick leave for over 700,000 workers, the Missouri Independent reported.
Both passed with strong support across party lines, with Proposition A earning 58% of the vote. Since their passage, conservative lawmakers have worked to undermine or reverse the measures, citing economic concerns and ideological opposition.
We are making the same point in different ways. I agree with your premise and position.
There are consequences for our actions and our inactions. This is the theme I’m communicating with facts and data.
Truth and reality are often bitter pills to swallow.
There is not a way to justify ignoring human rights violations just because they live next to people who voted for Trump. What you’re describing is collective punishment, and it is unethical and inhumane.
It’s common sense and - here’s the catch -easily preventable.