Akin On ‘Legitimate Rape’: This Election Isn’t About ‘Talk’

Start your day with TPM.
Sign up for the Morning Memo newsletter

Rep. Todd Akin tried to change the subject when confronted with his controversial comments that women’s bodies can prevent pregnancy in cases of “legitimate rape” during the Missouri Senate debate Friday.

“I’ve answered this question repeatedly,” Akin said. “I don’t believe this election overall is about talk.”

Latest Livewire
Comments
Masthead Masthead
Founder & Editor-in-Chief:
Executive Editor:
Managing Editor:
Associate Editor:
Editor at Large:
General Counsel:
Publisher:
Head of Product:
Director of Technology:
Associate Publisher:
Front End Developer:
Senior Designer: