Health Law Divides Anti-Abortion Allies In Congress

Courtesy NPR Programs: Morning Edition  Fri, 03/26/2010 - 8:00am

One of Washington's most enduring partnerships appears headed for a nasty breakup. Republicans and Democrats who oppose abortion have found themselves on opposite sides of the health care overhaul.

And the war of words has gotten increasingly ugly.

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