New push in Congress for common ground on abortion

Seeking elusive common ground on abortion, prominent activists and clergy on both sides of the debate are throwing their support behind a bill aimed at preventing unintended pregnancies and supporting pregnant women. At issue is the so-called Ryan-DeLauro bill — first introduced in 2006. Among the bill's many provisions: increased access to contraceptives, expanded Medicaid coverage for family planning, more support for comprehensive sex education, support for pregnant and parenting college students and expanded adoption assistance. Thus far, no major anti-abortion organization or senior Catholic clergyman has endorsed the bill. Associated Press