Kansas City Mayor Advocates for Public Vote on Abortion Rights Amid Legal Battle

Kansas City Mayor Calls for Voter Decision on Abortion Rights

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – In a bold move to support women’s reproductive rights, Mayor Quinton Lucas has taken legal action urging the Missouri Supreme Court to allow voters to decide on an abortion-rights amendment. The mayor filed a brief today, stressing that **the voices of Missourians should not be silenced** by what he termed “anti-abortion extremists.”

Details of the Appeal

The mayor’s brief comes just days after a Cole County judge ruled that Amendment 3, which seeks to secure abortion rights in Missouri, was invalid. However, the judge did not remove the amendment from the ballot altogether, prompting a quick appeal from a group in favor of the measure. This appeal is expected to be heard by the Missouri Supreme Court later this week.

Public Support for Amendment 3

More than 250,000 signatures from Missouri residents were gathered to get Amendment 3 on the upcoming November ballot, demonstrating a significant desire among residents to participate in shaping laws that affect their lives. The Secretary of State has confirmed that the petition and its collected signatures are valid.

Mayor Lucas’s Position

In his statement, Mayor Lucas highlighted the importance of allowing voters to have a say in legislative matters, particularly those related to reproductive rights. He emphasized that “Missourians have the right to participate in shaping laws that govern their lives,” arguing that blocking the measure from the ballot undermines the fundamental principles of democracy.

Deadline Approaches

With the deadline looming to finalize the November ballot on September 10, the urgency for legal clarity has intensified. As the community watches closely, the outcome of this legal battle could significantly impact access to reproductive rights in Missouri.