Rebecca Kiessling has come to terms with how she was conceived. That's why she supports Missouri Congressman Todd Akin's message, but she's worried his words will have a chilling effect on other lawmakers.
"My birth mother was abducted in Livonia by a serial rapist at knife point," said Kiessling.
When she was 19, she learned the horrifying details of how she was conceived. She knows one decision made by her birth mother all those years ago is why she is here today.
"She went to two back alley abortionists and I was almost aborted. The back alley conditions and the fact it was illegal caused her to back out."
The pro-life supporter believes her story could help the Republican Party get back on point after Akin stirred up a firestorm of controversy.
"If it's a legitimate rape, the female body has ways to try to shut that whole thing down," Akin said recently.
"I don't think there's a problem with his views. I think there's a problem with how he expresses them," said Kiessling.
Akin has since apologized saying he misspoke, but he can't take the words back, and that's why this family law attorney is heading to Tampa for the GOP National Convention. She wants to try and get a meeting with him, stand by his side and let him know she supports his stance on pro-life and hopes her story will convince other lawmakers to stand strong on the issue.
"I have great concern that Akin's comments would have a chilling effect on legislators, that they would think you have to have the rape exception or you're going to be crucified."
Kiessling is well known in the pro-life community. She travels around the world speaking on the issue, and she is willing to stand with Akin in a press conference to defend his beliefs on abortion.
Saturday, February 23 2013 11:33 PM EST2013-02-24 04:33:03 GMT
An AK-47, three other long guns and two handguns are now off the streets of Detroit. The weapons were confiscated by Wayne County Sherrif's deputies during a raid at a suspected drug house.
An AK-47, three other long guns and two handguns are now off the streets of Detroit. The weapons were confiscated by Wayne County Sherrif's deputies during a raid at a suspected drug house.
Saturday, February 23 2013 8:56 PM EST2013-02-24 01:56:59 GMT
Michigan's road to recovery could take a big hit if congress allows $85 million in cuts to the defense department. Tens of thousands of jobs could be at risk in our state, especially in Macomb County.n.
Michigan's road to recovery could take a big hit if congress allows $85 million in cuts to the defense department. Tens of thousands of jobs could be at risk in our state, especially in Macomb County.
Monday, February 18 2013 6:38 PM EST2013-02-18 23:38:52 GMT
A mother is pained beyond words. Her three-year-old daughter was killed in a crash Sunday on Detroit's west side less than a block from her house. The chaotic scene was visible from her front door.
A mother is pained beyond words. Her three-year-old daughter was killed in a crash Sunday on Detroit's west side less than a block from her house. The chaotic scene was visible from her front door.
Sunday, February 17 2013 11:16 PM EST2013-02-18 04:16:14 GMT
Thick smoke and orange flames could be seen shooting out of a long-abandoned home on Detroit's northwest side late Sunday. Detroit fire fighters worked in the freezing cold temperatures to contain the
A Detroit woman finds her house damaged after a suspected arsonist sets the vacant home next door on fire.
Saturday, February 16 2013 8:15 PM EST2013-02-17 01:15:29 GMT
One person is dead, several others are injured after a day filled with chain reaction crashes on Metro Detroit freeways. The deadly crash took place on I-96 westbound at Wixom Road.
One person is dead, several others are injured after a day filled with chain reaction crashes on Metro Detroit freeways. The deadly crash took place on I-96 westbound at Wixom Road. So far, no information has been released about the victim.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:50 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:50:16 GMT
Bestselling author Brad Thor is in town for the annual Metro Detroit Book and Author Society luncheon. But before the event, he stopped by FOX 2 News Morning to talk about his upcoming novel, "Hidden Order."
Bestselling author Brad Thor is in town for the annual Metro Detroit Book and Author Society luncheon. But before the event, he stopped by FOX 2 News Morning to talk about his upcoming novel, "Hidden Order."
Monday, May 20 2013 8:24 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:24:48 GMT
The Detroit Red Wings look to go up 2-1 in their second-round series tonight when they face the top-seeded Chicago Blackhawks at Joe Louis Arena. The Red Wings evened the series at 1-all with a 4-1 victory on Saturday.
The Detroit Red Wings look to go up 2-1 in their second-round series tonight when they face the top-seeded Chicago Blackhawks at Joe Louis Arena. The Red Wings evened the series at 1-all with a 4-1 victory on Saturday.
Monday, May 20 2013 6:10 AM EDT2013-05-20 10:10:15 GMT
A trip to Subway turned into a nightmare for an elderly Berkley couple Friday afternoon in Commerce Township. Oakland County Sheriffs say a man left his 74-year-old wife in the car, while he ran inside
A trip to Subway turned into a nightmare for an elderly Berkley couple Friday afternoon in Commerce Township. Oakland County Sheriffs say a man left his 74-year-old wife in the car, while he ran inside
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:08 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:08:52 GMT
It's National Boating Safety Week - a good time to learn about new boating safety regulations. Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham talked with Fox 2 about what boaters need to know.
It's National Boating Safety Week - a good time to learn about new boating safety regulations. Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham talked with Fox 2 about what boaters need to know.
Rebecca Kiessling (Credit: WJBK | myFOXDetroit.com)
