Simone Veil, Auschwitz survivor and French abortion pioneer, dies
Simone Veil, the Auschwitz survivor who became a towering figure in French politics after legalising abortion despite fierce opposition, was hailed as "the best of France" Friday following her death at 89.
Veil, a women's rights icon who served as the first president of the European Parliament, died at her home, her son Jean Veil said.
Expressing his condolences, French President Emmanuel Macron tweeted: "May her example inspire our fellow citizens, as the best of what France can achieve."
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Not on my list of admirable people, it will be interesting to see what pro-life news outlets and spokespersons say, if anything.
