“I think it's an important issue, but at the end of the day I think it's a personal decision and not one that legislation should decide.”

— Kristin Wantland, account representative, Prairie Village

“Yes. I take it into account when I choose who I'm going to vote for. Generally I vote for pro-choice candidates because I lean toward the right to choose.”

— Mike Cawthon, office assistant, Kansas City, Mo.

“No. I don't see why it should have anything to do with politics. I believe it's an important decision for an individual, but not for politicians or the welfare of the country.”

— Thomas Ballard, customer services sales and support, Kansas City, Kan.

“I think it's hard for politicians to get into that issue because it's so divisive. It's such a personal thing that they'll never be able to please everyone. There are so many more important issues to focus on.”

— Allie Milhon, Kansas University senior, Lawrence