I am really confused as to why Republicans are freaking out about Akin said. What he said is the official policy stance of the Republican Party, and of its presidential ticket.
No abortion. Period. No exceptions for either legitimate, forcible rape or “acceptable” non-forcible rape.
I can see plenty for women to be upset about, and Democrats, but not Republicans. Maybe it is because Republicans know that if they actually have to campaign on what they really believe, they will lose every election.