Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris visited Georgia to discuss the tragic death of Amber Thurman, a pregnant woman who died due to complications from abortion restrictions. Harris blames President Trump for the overturning of Roe v. Wade, which led to the enactment of abortion bans in 20 states. Thurman’s mother, Shanette Williams, spoke to Harris during a livestream rally, calling her daughter’s death preventable. Harris promised to ensure Thurman is remembered not just as a statistic, but as a mother, daughter, and sister who was loved and should still be alive. She emphasized the preventable and predictable nature of such tragedies under Trump-era abortion bans. Harris urged supporters to remember and honor Thurman’s memory as they continue to fight for reproductive rights. Georgia, a crucial battleground state, could play a significant role in the 2024 election. Despite polling numbers showing Trump ahead in the state, Harris remains committed to her mission of protecting women’s reproductive rights and preventing further tragedies like Thurman’s death.
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