I don't think Governor Whitmer actually regrets repealing the 1931 Michigan law defining abortion access that could have very well become active law after Roe v. Wade was overturned. But — you know what? — it really shouldn't matter what I think Whitmer thinks.
In fact, we would all be much better off if we spent less time trying to imagine the motivations of candidates and elected officials.
I believe getting rid of that zombie law was the right thing to do, specifically from a women's health point of view. You may have a different position. That's fine. We both then should do our best to learn about the issue, understand it, and vote accordingly — and not be trying to use our votes to effect some sort of strategic outcome.
Arizona did not successfully remove its even more ancient and draconian abortion law, and now it is the actual law in that state. This is an inconvenience for Donald Trump and his campaign. But it's women and families who will suffer the real-life consequences. Learn about that, understand it, and vote accordingly.
Editor's note: John Auchter is a freelance political cartoonist. His views are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of Michigan Public, its management, or its license holder, the University of Michigan.
