McCaskill: Akin ‘Rape’ Comment A ‘Window’ Into Congressman’s Mind

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Sen. Claire McCaskill on Morning Joe Monday said Rep. Todd Akin’s controversial statement about “legitimate rape” and pregnancy is a “window” into the congressman’s mind.

Akin on Sunday said that in cases of “legitimate rape,” the female body has biological defenses to prevent pregnancy. Akin was talking about abortion rights. 

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