Lizbeth Benacquisto Wins the Backing of National Pro-Life Group

Submitted by Kevin Derby on February 19, 2014 - 9:34am

The Susan B. Anthony List (SBA List) Candidate Fund, a pro-life group, announced on Wednesday it was backing Florida Senate Majority Leader Lizbeth Benacquisto, R-Fort Myers, in an open congressional race in Southwest Florida. Benacquisto is running for the Republican nomination for the seat vacated by former U.S. Rep. Trey Radel, R-Fla., who resigned after pleading guilty for possessing cocaine.

As we ramp up our efforts for the 2014 election cycle, this race is a critical opportunity to send an articulate, strong pro-life woman to Washington ahead of schedule, said Marjorie Dannenfelser, the president of the group. Women are uniquely qualified to defend the dignity of human life. Benacquisto beautifully embodies the legacy of Susan B. Anthony and the early suffragettes. The SBA List is proud to get behind state Sen. Benacquisto as she seeks to represent Florida women and families.

The primary will be held on April 22 and the general election on June 24.

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