Chapter 1204
"There’s a divorce case, and they want my help..." Purple Summers explained Camilla Farrell’s intentions to Alexander Summers.
"If someone really plans to use this case as a springboard to stir up trouble, I might need to consult Christopher Simonson," Purple said.
"Camilla Farrell is making a big deal out of it. The national conditions are different, the political environment is different; those people can’t cause much trouble." Alexander paused, then continued, "But, her nervousness could be because her Women’s Rights Protection Federation is under a lot of pressure lately. Many people don’t like women’s rights activists and find it easy to make an issue out of them."
"She said that in the latter half of the year, abortion could become a proposed bill. If this case is lost in public opinion, it would be a great breakthrough for the conservatives."
Purple sighed lightly, "It’s quite troublesome. A simple divorce case brings in women’s rights and politics. If I take it on, will it affect Christopher Simonson..."
"Who cares," Alexander said indifferently, "Even if it becomes a proposed bill, the president has legislative veto power."
Purple glanced at him, "But if the Senate’s support exceeds two-thirds, even if the president vetoes, the bill can still become law automatically."
"It’s impossible to exceed two-thirds," Alexander said. "Once abortions are banned, what will happen to the women who were raped? What about those who can’t carry pregnancies due to medical conditions? And the misguided underage girls, thirteen or fourteen years old, if they get pregnant, should they give birth without an abortion?
Even if the law excludes these groups, how should it be implemented? How can a woman prove her pregnancy is due to rape? Do a paternity test on the embryo? But what if the perpetrator is not caught?
Even if the implementation problems of the bill are overcome, it’s easy to foresee that it will lead to a large number of abandoned babies. When this happens, can social welfare institutions handle the pressure? How much money is the country prepared to spend on raising these children?"
Purple was enlightened, "Being the mayor really makes a difference; the issues you consider are so realistic."
"Considering human rights and morals are what great people and thinkers do. Those in power need to prioritize social stability. The enactment of a law usually triggers a chain reaction, requiring constant amendments and filling gaps, which costs immeasurable time and money."