In a surprising revelation, the woman whose story Florida Governor Ron DeSantis cited to underscore his anti-abortion stance in the Republican primary debate has been identified as Miriam ‘Penny’ Hopper, an anti-abortion activist from Michigan. During the debate, DeSantis recounted the story of ‘Penny’, whose parents attempted to abort her but was saved by her grandmother.
Critics swiftly questioned the credibility of the story, deeming it dubious and implausible. Steve Schmidt from The Lincoln Project called for media scrutiny into the matter, while others like Jill Filipovic and James Gibney expressed skepticism about the narrative’s authenticity.
Hopper’s story revolves around her survival after a botched abortion in 1955. Despite the lack of concrete documentation, she has been sharing this account for years, attributing her survival to her grandmother’s intervention.
DeSantis acknowledged ‘Penny’s’ tale during the debate, highlighting her journey as a key influence on his pro-life stance. The Florida Governor recently signed a bill banning abortions at six weeks into pregnancies, a move that has garnered both support and criticism.
As the USWNT experienced a dramatic drop in FIFA’s world rankings, the team’s position shifted to third place following Sweden’s rise to the top spot. The USWNT’s early exit from the 2023 World Cup and controversies surrounding their performance have ignited debates and discussions about the team’s trajectory.