New Hampshire Pol Who Called Teens ‘Ripe’ Won’t Apologize to His ‘Haters’
Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia CommonsThe New Hampshire lawmaker who called teenagers “ripe” and “fertile” says the uproar over his comments was an overreaction and that he will not apologize to the “haters.
Republican Against Child Marriage Ban Calls Teens 'Ripe, Fertile'
A New Hampshire lawmaker who opposed a child marriage ban argued that teens are of a "ripe, fertile" age. Republican state Rep. Jess Edwards said last week that a bill banning marriage for people under 18 would make abortion more appealing for young people.
GOP official argues in favor of child marriage: Girls are ‘ripe’ and ‘fertile’
In a state where 18 is not old enough to drink, Edwards believes girls at 16 are old enough to get married. Edwards’ daughter, Elizabeth, served as a state representative, and Edwards said her service was the inspiration for his run for office. He is in his third term.
New Hampshire moves to ban child marriage despite lawmaker calling teens ‘ripe and fertile’
State Rep. Jess Edwards said the law could increase abortions when marriage could be better for a "freedom-loving couple."
N.H. lawmaker opposes new marriage bill, says teens are of ‘ripe, fertile’ age
A New Hampshire lawmaker argued against a bill in the state’s House of Representatives last week that would set the state’s minimum age of marriage at 18.
Ban on child marriage in New Hampshire moves to next step, representing years-long battle
Child marriage under any circumstance is not in the best interest of the child,” said NH Rep. Cassandra Levesque, D-Barrington.
Cool! New Hampshire Republican Goes to Bat for Child Marriage, Says Teens Are ‘Ripe,’ ‘Fertile’
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