Newsom selects pro-choice extremist to replace Feinstein.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Controversial Senate Pick Sparks Outrage
In a shocking move, California Gov. Gavin Newsom has chosen a radical pro-abortion activist, Laphonza Butler, to fill the Senate seat left vacant by the recent passing of Dianne Feinstein. Butler, known for her unwavering support of abortion rights throughout all nine months of pregnancy, has a controversial track record as the head of EMILY’s List, a pro-abortion PAC dedicated to electing anti-life Democrat women.
Newsom’s decision to appoint Butler has sparked outrage among conservatives and pro-life advocates. Critics argue that her appointment is a clear indication of Newsom’s commitment to advancing the left’s radical abortion agenda. Prior to her involvement with EMILY’s List, Butler served as a senior adviser to Vice President Kamala Harris during her 2020 presidential campaign and was the head of California’s largest union.
“As we mourn the loss of Sen. Feinstein, the very freedoms she fought for — reproductive freedom, equal protection, and safety from gun violence — are under greater assault than ever before,” Newsom wrote in his official announcement.
“I’m proud to announce California’s new United States Senator — Laphonza Butler. As we mourn the enormous loss of Sen. Feinstein, the very freedoms she fought for — reproductive freedom, equal protection, and safety from gun violence — have never been under greater assault.… pic.twitter.com/SOnbfVPmXj
— Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) October 2, 2023
Feinstein’s seat has been a subject of intense speculation among prominent Democrats in the state, including Reps. Katie Porter, Adam Schiff, and Barbare Lee, who had been vying for the position even before Feinstein’s death.
Newsom’s choice of Butler, however, has raised eyebrows. Recent financial records indicate that Butler is a resident of Maryland, not California, leading many to question the governor’s motives. Some argue that her race and gender played a significant role in her selection, while others point to her close ties to the powerful abortion lobby that supported Newsom’s election campaign.
Butler has been vocal about her support for Democrats’ radical abortion-until-birth agenda. She has praised efforts to pass extreme bills that would effectively legalize abortion at any stage of pregnancy. Critics argue that her appointment is a clear indication of Newsom’s commitment to pushing this agenda on Americans who did not elect her.
Laphonza Butler – Gavin Newsom’s replacement for Dianne Feinstein – describing abortion as a “fundamental freedom” that is just as important as the ability to vote
From the Breakfast Club interview with the president of Planned Parenthood Alexis McGill Johnson pic.twitter.com/bP66OsKj82
— Eric Abbenante (@EricAbbenante) October 2, 2023
“Right now is our time & right now it is our turn. It’s our turn to build power like we’ve never built power before. Connecting abortion rights movement with labor movement with climate movement with Black Lives Matters movement with Native Americans”
– Laphonza Butler 5/14/2022 pic.twitter.com/k0FIuVzcQw
— Howard Mortman (@HowardMortman) October 2, 2023
During the 2022 election cycle, EMILY’s List affiliates spent a staggering $4.4 million on female Democrat candidates who support unrestricted abortion, including Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, failed Senate candidate Cheri Beasley, and failed Senate challenger Val Demings.
Butler’s outspoken support for abortion rights has drawn criticism from pro-life groups. They argue that Newsom’s decision to appoint her is yet another example of Democrats prioritizing their abortion agenda over the wishes of the American people.
Newsom’s controversial appointment has been praised by far-left activist organizations, such as the Human Rights Campaign, who lauded Butler as the “first Black lesbian to openly serve in Congress and the first openly LGBTQ+ person to represent California in the Senate.”
However, critics argue that Newsom’s decision is a clear indication of the pay-to-play system between Democrats and the abortion lobby. They believe that an unelected Senate seat should not be used as a reward for advancing the extreme pro-abortion agenda.
Jordan Boyd is a staff writer at The Federalist and co-producer of The Federalist Radio Hour. Her work has also been featured in The Daily Wire, Fox News, and RealClearPolitics. Jordan graduated from Baylor University where she majored in political science and minored in journalism. Follow her on Twitter @jordanboydtx.
What impact might Butler’s appointment have on the future of abortion rights in California and beyond
E never before. It’s our turn to take control of the Democratic Party,” Butler said in a 2020 interview.
— The Breakfast Club (@breakfastclubam) October 3, 2023
The appointment of a Senate candidate with such extreme views on abortion has sparked concern among pro-life advocates. Many fear that Butler’s presence in the Senate will only further advance the pro-abortion agenda, potentially leading to the erosion of long-standing protections for the unborn.
Despite the controversy surrounding Butler’s appointment, Newsom remains steadfast in his decision. He believes that her commitment to reproductive rights and her track record of fighting for progressive causes make her the ideal candidate for the position.
“California has always been a progressive state, leading the charge on issues of social justice and equality. Laphonza Butler embodies the values that are important to us as Californians, and I am confident that she will continue to fight for the rights and freedoms that we hold dear,” Newsom said.
The battle over Butler’s appointment is likely to continue, as conservatives and pro-life advocates vow to resist the erosion of protections for the unborn. Only time will tell what impact Butler will have on the future of abortion rights in California and beyond.
About the Author
The author is a writer and political commentator based in California. They have a keen interest in covering controversial political appointments and their implications on issues such as abortion rights.
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