Abortion

Sixty-nine percent of the residents surveyed say that government should not interfere with a woman’s access to abortion, an increase of 4% from 2000 (65%). A majority of Orange County Republicans (62%) are pro-choice, but less than among Democrats (83%) and “Decline to state/others” (81%). Only 3% of the residents surveyed are undecided.

Please tell me if the first statement or the second statement comes closer to your views—even if neither is exactly right. (A) the government should pass more laws that restrict the availability of abortion (B) the government should not interfere with a woman’s access to abortion.

Rep Dem Indep/Other

The government should pass more laws that restrict the availability of abortion. 38% 17% 19%

The government should not interfere with a woman’s access to abortion. 62 83 81