In case you missed it..

..here is our press releaser regarding the killing of Kansas physician George Tiller.

2to1: The Coalition to Preserve Choice is shocked and saddened by the May 31 murder of Kansas physician George Tiller, who was shot this morning as he attended church with his wife. We condemn this violent act, as it is contrary to everything in which we members of the pro-choice community believe.

The killing of Dr. Tiller is yet another example of just how far some opponents of abortion and reproductive rights will go to deny women their constitutional right to choose. 2to1 is sure that this violent action will serve to redouble and energize the commitment of pro-choice activists across the country to ensure that women will always have access to a safe and legal abortion. The freedom to choose is under attack, whether it comes in the form of harmful legislation that makes abortion access more difficult, clinic violence, or assault on abortion practitioners. Dr. Tiller's death must not be seen as a victory to the anti-choice community, as murder is not a legitimate or lawful way to promote a political agenda.

Dr. Tiller was a man who dedicated his life to providing quality reproductive health care to women, although he had been the victim of anti-choice threats and violence over the past two decades, including a clinic bombing and a previous shooting. We expect that the perpetrator will be convicted and that this outrageous act will be punished to the full extent of the law.

It is with great respect and sadness that we join the pro-choice community in remembering Dr. Tiller's life and his many contributions to women's reproductive health care. His death is a loss for women across America. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his wife, children and grandchildren, who long supported his courageous decision to keep his clinic doors open despite continued threats and vandalism.