Ladies, This GOPer Is Sorry For Comparing 'Women's Health Thing' To Cows
Republican Rep. Jack Nelsen faces backlash after comparing women to cows during his introductory remarks to the House Agriculture Committee. It wasn't a meeting on women's reproductive rights, but he seemed to claim he was an expert since he's milked so many cows.
"I'm a lifelong dairy farmer who retired, still own part of the dairy; grew up on the farm," he said. "I've milked a few cows, spent most of my time walking behind lines of cows, so if you want some ideas on repro and the women's health thing, I have some definite opinions."
Well, now he issued an apology, according to the Idaho State Journal.
"The women in my life have taught me strength, resilience, integrity, hard work, joy, and love. I absolutely respect women, and the right to choose their own healthcare," Nelsen insisted. "The way I phrased my statement about women and reproductive rights yesterday completely missed the mark. I'm embarrassed, and I offended others in the process. I am deeply sorry. I recognize the mistake and commit to doing better in the future."
He added, "I have always operated and will continue to operate under the standard that the government does not belong in the doctor's office."