Connecticut leaders encourage residents to support pro-choice candidates in wake of SCOTUS decision

Rallies were held across the country this weekend as communities still grapple with Supreme Court’s landmark decision Friday to overturn Roe v. Wade.

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Jun 25, 2022, 4:55 PM

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Updated 910 days ago

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Rallies were held across the country this weekend as communities still grapple with Supreme Court’s landmark decision Friday to overturn Roe v. Wade.

Dozens showed up in Norwalk Saturday for a Rally for our Rights event, including Sen. Richard Blumenthal and Mayor Harry Rilling of Norwalk.

Local leaders say Connecticut is a state where abortion rights are protected, but November elections are crucial to making sure women in other states have protection.

Officials asked everyone to make a commitment and write down a promise, whether it's to vote or help others to register to vote. They encouraged everyone to vote for pro-choice candidates in November’s election.

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