JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Gov. Mike Parson on Wednesday promoted Missouri’s abortion ban during his final State of the State address, as abortion rights supporters launch an aggressive campaign to restore access to the procedure. Parson’s final State of the State came as he embarks on his final year in office – and it marked an effective victory lap nearly six years after he took over following the resignation of Gov. Eric Greitens. “When I came to Jefferson City, nearly 8,000 elective abortions were performed annually in Missouri. As I stand before you today … I’m proud to report that number is z…
