Vice President Kamala Harris recently reached out to the family of Amber Nicole Thurman, a Georgia mother who tragically passed away in 2022 due to a treatable infection exacerbated by delays in medical care resulting from the state's restrictive abortion law.
Thurman's mother, Shanette, spoke out for the first time about her daughter's case during a 'Unite for America' livestream rally for Harris. She expressed her initial reluctance to share their story publicly but ultimately decided to do so to honor Amber's memory and emphasize that she was more than just a statistic - she was a beloved member of a strong family.
Amber Thurman, aged 28, found out she was pregnant with twins shortly after Georgia implemented a ban on abortions as early as six weeks into pregnancy. Despite attempting to schedule a surgical abortion in North Carolina, she was unable to make it on time due to traffic and resorted to a medication abortion instead.
Expressing her condolences, Harris acknowledged the pain and courage displayed by Thurman's family. She recognized the preventable nature of Amber's death, a sentiment echoed by Shanette, who emphasized the word 'preventable' repeatedly haunting her thoughts.
Harris, who is scheduled to visit Georgia to address women's reproductive rights, highlighted Thurman's case as just one example of the tragic consequences of extreme abortion restrictions. She also criticized the role of former President Trump in the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Thurman's story serves as a poignant reminder of the real-life impact of legislative decisions on individuals and families, prompting calls for greater awareness and advocacy for women's healthcare rights.
