Pro-life governor Mark Robinson reveals wife’s abortion despite fierce anti-abortion stance

North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson (R) recently stirred controversy by equating mass shootings in America with “karma” for the “murder of infants,” calling it “chickens coming home to roost.”

He drew a parallel between supporters of reproductive rights and those who fought to maintain slavery. Robinson, who has faced advice to avoid labeling abortion as murder, firmly asserts, “Abortion is murder.”

A Rolling Stone review of Robinson’s public statements and social media reveals he has repeatedly condemned abortion as murder. His radical views on various issues, particularly abortion, have sparked significant controversy during his gubernatorial campaign. His Democratic opponent has highlighted these controversial statements in campaign ads.

In one clip, Robinson suggests that if he were governor, he would support a bill banning all abortions in North Carolina. He has expressed a firm stance against any form of compromise on abortion, stating, “It makes no difference to me why or how that child ended up in that womb.” He further argues that abortion in the U.S. is not about safeguarding mothers’ lives but about terminating pregnancies due to personal irresponsibility.

As the Republican gubernatorial nominee, Robinson is now focusing on a personal angle in his campaign by discussing his wife’s past abortion. In a new ad, he shares their experience, framing his opposition to abortion as deeply personal. Robinson acknowledges the emotional impact of their decision and supports current laws that allow exceptions for the life of the mother, incest, and rape.

North Carolina’s abortion law permits abortions up to 12 weeks with limited exceptions. Despite his previous downplaying of exceptions, Robinson emphasizes that his pro-life stance is informed by his and his wife’s difficult experience and his faith. He contrasts his approach with what he describes as a more empathetic method of advocating for life, stating that his new campaign strategy involves demonstrating care and understanding rather than merely condemning.

Robinson has previously expressed that his views on abortion are unchanging but has adjusted his approach to emphasize empathy and support for women facing difficult decisions.