(Washington, DC) – We’re gratified by this sensible ruling, but pro-choice Americans can’t rest for even a second. We know that if George Bush is reelected, today’s ruling is likely to become just a speed bump on the fast track to eliminating women’s right to choose entirely.

Since his first full day in office, Bush has worked to limit women’s freedom. He has violated the right to keep our medical histories private. He has limited access to birth control and responsible sex education that can help reduce the need for abortions. And he has consistently nominated anti-choice ideologues to the federal courts who are hostile to a woman’s right to privacy and right to choose, painting a clear picture of his future Supreme Court nominees. Indeed, a new book confirms that the White House has already approached arch-conservative Clarence Thomas about elevating him to Chief Justice if the opportunity arises.

If Bush gets the chance to fill multiple seats on the Supreme Court, not only this decision, but the fundamental right to choose itself will be at risk.