NEWMAN EARNS SUPPORT OF NARAL IN STATE SENATE REMATCH BID

Preeminent Reproductive Rights Organization Backs Josh Newman in SD-29 Race

ORANGE COUNTY, CA — In a reflection of his consistent record protecting reproductive freedom, today U.S. Army veteran, businessman, and former State Senator Josh Newman was endorsed by NARAL Pro-Choice California in his campaign for State Senate District 29.

In a statement released with the announced endorsement, Shannon Hovis, Director of NARAL Pro-Choice California, commented:

“Josh Newman has a proven track record of fighting to protect and expand reproductive freedom in California. As an elected official, he has consistently voted to protect abortion rights and expand access to family planning services. NARAL is proud to back him in this race, and we look forward to the work he will do for California women and families when re-elected to the state legislature.”

Newman also released a statement reflecting on the announced endorsement:

“I’m incredibly grateful to have the support of NARAL Pro-Choice California in the fight to protect and enhance reproductive freedom. As an elected official, community advocate, and private citizen I have consistently fought to protect and expand reproductive rights and access to family planning and other health services. As a member of the California State Senate, I look forward to continuing to work closely with NARAL to continue advancing policies that empower women and families to make educated choices about their health and protect reproductive freedom, particularly in this time of widespread uncertainty for abortion rights across our nation.”