Meng Denounces Supreme Court Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade
June 24, 2022
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) today issued the following statement blasting the Supreme Court for overturning Roe v. Wade.
"The decision to strike down Roe v. Wade is outrageous, unacceptable and unconscionable, and it's an all-out assault on reproductive freedom. We must make sure our voices of disapproval and disgust continue to be heard. Over the past few weeks, we have seen millions across the nation express their opposition to this life-altering ruling. People have gathered to protest in front of the Supreme Court, and have made their voices heard online and in their local communities. We have made so much progress in the 49 years since the historic ruling was issued but this awful decision kicks it all to the curb. I'm pleased that my home state of New York has enacted protections for those in need of reproductive care and I call on other states to follow suit. Despite the Supreme Court's ruling, our efforts cannot end here. We must continue fighting for reproductive rights for all. Making decisions about our bodies is a human right!"