Supports pro-life amendment; against fetal tissue research
Pro-life, supports amendment to ban abortion. “The key is...finding ways of persuading people, bringing people along on this sensitive, emotional issue each step of the way.” Against using fetal tissue in scientific experiments.
Source: Fox News Sunday
Apr 23, 1999
Personally opposed; but limit legal restrictions
Forbes stressed his personal opposition to abortion but said he would make it illegal only in the late stages of pregnancy, which is generally considered a position in favor of abortion rights.
Source: Boston Globe
Sep 20, 1995
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