[Kansas58]

The press was hounding Brownback over his decision.
Saying something, at this point, actually kept the issue from getting elevated any further.
I am sure that Brownback consulted prolife leaders prior to his announcement.

[Philo-Junius]

The correct answer when one doesn’t want to answer the press is “no comment,” or, more constructively “we’re studying the issue closely” (or “in depth,” or whatever other thoughtful and indefinite adverbs one cares to append...).

[wagglebee]

The press was hounding Brownback over his decision.
Saying something, at this point, actually kept the issue from getting elevated any further.

Then he should have either said he didn't support her or no comment, it's not like the press actually expected him to endorse her.

I am sure that Brownback consulted prolife leaders prior to his announcement.

Funny, NONE have come out to support him, though several have lambasted him for it.