Abortion Activist Backs John Edwards

Yet, another reason why he should never even come close to holding the office of President of the United States.

(AP)— Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards has won the backing of Kate Michelman, an influential abortion rights activist who served as president of the NARAL-Pro Choice America for nearly 20 years.

Michelman will serve as a senior adviser to the Edwards campaign, helping with outreach to women voters.

In an interview, Michelman said she was inspired by Edwards' commitment to women's rights and to the goal of eradicating poverty in the United States. Michelman spent time on welfare as a single mother of three.

"He has never backed down or retreated from a woman's right to choose, and he understands women's role in society. And he knows that most Americans in poverty are women and children," Michelman said.

More on John Edwards and the scam that is his "universal health plan" here.