North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson Criticizes Birth Control Access for Young Women in Resurfaced Video

In a newly surfaced video from 2022, North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson mocked the idea of providing birth control to young women, stating that they should focus on controlling their reproductive behavior instead. During the speech, Robinson repeatedly gestured toward his groin, emphasizing what he described as “responsibility” over access to contraception, HuffPost reports.

Robinson’s Controversial Remarks on Reproductive Rights

In his January 2022 appearance at Hilltop Baptist Church, Robinson criticized educational programs designed to empower young women through knowledge about sexual health and birth control. Instead, he suggested that true empowerment lies in controlling their reproductive choices, using a physical gesture to highlight his point. Robinson went on to dismiss the importance of providing birth control and sexual education, arguing that abstaining from sex was a more responsible approach for young women.

Campaign Implications and Ongoing Controversy

As the current GOP nominee for North Carolina governor, Robinson has garnered attention for his history of making controversial remarks. His rhetoric has drawn criticism from both women’s rights advocates and political opponents, especially given his alignment with former President Donald Trump, who endorsed him earlier this year. Robinson’s campaign has yet to respond to requests for clarification on his stance regarding birth control access and the appropriateness of his 2022 remarks.