Pedro Cortes – the man in charge of the State Department that failed to stop Gosnell when presented with multiple opportunities – is now back in charge as Secretary of State after the Senate voted to confirm his appointment by Gov. Tom Wolf.
“It is a slap in the face of Gosnell’s victims and their families to reward the negligence that led to so much suffering….This is not just a local political story; it is an issue of national importance. If Pennsylvania of all states backslides into nonchalance about illegal abortions with the complicity of Republicans, it sends a message across the country that vulnerable women and their unborn children are expendable inconveniences.” – PFI’s Brandon McGinley
On June 2, the Senate voted to confirm Gov. Wolf’s nomination of Cortes by a 31-18 vote. Here’s the breakdown:
For more, read our piece, Kermit Gosnell’s Bureaucratic Enabler Just Got Promoted.
Contact your Senator to voice your opinion on how they voted – click here to send an email.
Sen. Tomlinson, I’m extremely disappointed in your vote to confirm Pedro A. Cortes. His negligence in not looking into the Gosnell abortion violations should have disqualified him from your support.
Pro-Life people and organizations across the state will not forget this vote. Even if you choose not to run again your reputation has been deeply tarnished.
Thank you for voting against a very questionable choice .
I will not forget your stand for honor and truth.