To coin a phrase, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy (D) is a controversial figure. His stance on abortion is particularly noteworthy. It appears that there is no limit to his enthusiasm for this topic. We’ve written about him here, here and here.
In Tuesday’s State of the State Address, Murphy repeatedly emphasized his own achievements and accomplishments. He stated, “New Jersey will always be a safe haven for reproductive freedom,” and went on to enumerate some of the ways in which he has attacked the unborn. He warned that “There is no sugarcoating it: Women’s health care in America is in a state of crisis.” Murphy’s references to healthcare were, of course, code for abortion on demand. He stated, “So when I talk about making New Jersey the best place to raise a family — that also means ensuring every woman has the freedom to start a family on her own terms.” He went on to discuss how his state was ahead of the curve on abortion.
“Here in Jersey, before that dreadful Dobbs decision came down, we codified the right to an abortion.
We restored funding for Planned Parenthood and family planning services — after eight years, before us, of zero funding.
It is possible to perceive Murphy gazing out over his adoring audience as he uttered the following words:
And guided by our values — today — I am asking you to join me in doing more to protect reproductive rights.
I am calling on our Legislature to pass a bill — sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Teresa Ruiz and Assemblywoman Shanique Speight — to scrap out-of-pocket costs for abortion procedures and protect patients and providers.
“Let us do it before the summer. We cannot lose any momentum in the fight for fundamental freedoms.”
In his two years as governor, Murphy has consistently advocated for, endorsed, and facilitated abortion. The scope of those eligible to perform abortions has been expanded to include a diverse range of healthcare professionals, including advanced practice nurses, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, and certified midwives.
He has also established a comprehensive website that provides detailed information about abortion laws and access to reproductive health services. A year ago, New Jersey awarded $15 million in zero-interest loans and grants to “health care” facilities that provide abortions for “facility improvements and increased security,” Tierin-Rose Mandelburg wrote. This indicates that the state’s objective is to ensure that facilities can perform as many abortions as possible.
In response to his inaugural State of the State address in January of 2022, the state’s seven New Jersey prelates asserted that the law “clearly negates the human and moral identity of the unborn child.”
In conclusion, Governor Murphy expressed his hope that God would continue to bless the state of New Jersey and the United States of America. He then wished his audience and their families well. In Governor Murphy’s relentless pursuit of a morally and ethically deficient agenda, it is difficult to envision a scenario in which divine favor would be bestowed upon his endeavors.
Daniel Miller is responsible for nearly all of National Right to Life News' political writing.
With the election of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency, Daniel Miller developed a deep obsession with U.S. politics that has never let go of the political scientist. Whether it's the election of Joe Biden, the midterm elections in Congress, the abortion rights debate in the Supreme Court or the mudslinging in the primaries - Daniel Miller is happy to stay up late for you.
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