William Todd Akin (born July 5, 1947) is the U.S. Representative for Missouri’s 2nd congressional district, serving since 2001. He is a member of the Republican Party. Akin won the 2012 Republican primary for the U.S. Senate seat in a crowded field. Akin created controversy during his Senate race by stating that women who are victims of what he called “legitimate rape” rarely get pregnant. The comment led to widespread calls for him to withdraw from the Senate race, as well as support from pro-life advocates. Akin apologized for his remarks and stated that he would continue his campaign. He lost to Democratic incumbent Claire McCaskill in the general election.
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