Reproductive Rights

Jon Bumstead

Opposed Exceptions For Rape And Incest

Bumstead Was Endorsed By Right To Life Of Michigan. [Right to Life of Michigan, accessed 6/30/22] 

• Right To Life Of Michigan Required Endorsed Candidates To Oppose Exceptions For Rape And Incest. According to Right To Life Of Michigan, “What are the RLM-PAC Endorsement Criteria? RLM-PAC endorsements are non-partisan, and based solely on RLM-PAC bylaws and the criteria listed below. Prolife – A candidate must be prolife with no exceptions other than life of the mother. A candidate must also complete a questionnaire based on the office the candidate is seeking.” [Right To Life Of Michigan, accessed 6/30/22]

Abortion, Generally

Bumstead Described Himself As Pro-Life, Promoted His Endorsement By Michigan Right To Life. According to Bumstead’s campaign website, “PRO-LIFE I have been a consistent and strong defender of life. Being a parent and a grandparent is the greatest gift that I have been given and ensuring that the future is prosperous for my children and grandchildren is my responsibility. I had a 100% voting record on life issues while I was state representative and was endorsed by Michigan Right to Life in each of my elections for the House of Representatives. As your State Senator, I will continue to be your advocate for life issues.” [Bumsteadforsenate.nationbuilder.com, accessed 7/18/22 via archive.org]