The addition of Gov. Sarah Palin to the GOP presidential ticket has put the issue of abortion front and center.
And Chris Hupke, executive director of the South Dakota Family Policy Council, is taking advantage of the momentum.
He and his team are gathering support for Initiated Measure 11, which would "eliminate abortion as birth control," Hupke said. In November, voters will decide on the initiative, which allows for exceptions if the mother's life or health is at risk, and in cases of rape and incest.
"There's a lot of energy around the movement," said Hupke, who credits Palin's nomination with energizing the pro-life base.
He said other states have shown interest in following his lead to limit abortion.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Visit the South Dakota Family Policy Council Web site. And if you're in South Dakota, don't forget to vote in favor of Initiated Measure 11 on Nov. 4.
— Jennifer Mesko
