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Abortion
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Near record numbers of women believe abortion should be legal under any circumstances
Opinions on abortion — stagnant for decades — shifted after Roe v. Wade fell, leaving more Americans in favor of access and critical of banning it, according to new Gallup polling.
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The next red state abortion fight is unfolding in Ohio
A group of doctors and advocates want Ohio voters to enshrine abortion rights directly into the state constitution. They’ll have to overcome aggressive Republican efforts to block it first.
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Lawmakers in blue states are linking protections for abortion and gender-affirming care
The push for “shield” bills reflects a growing recognition that the concept of bodily autonomy and the ability of doctors to make decisions with their patients links the two issues.
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Why top abortion rights groups could sit out Arizona’s key 2024 Senate race
Several progressives and advocates told The 19th that Sen. Kyrsten Sinema’s break with abortion rights groups could complicate her possible path to reelection.
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In Florida, these Black women see the fight for abortion access as part of a greater struggle for their safety
Advocacy coalition Black in Repro is training women to lobby legislators, educate their communities and build alliances.
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ACLU sues over Nebraska law that combines restrictions on gender-affirming care and abortion
The law allowed a 12-week abortion ban to take effect immediately and sets limits on gender-affirming care for youth to take effect in October.
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In case of 10-year-old rape victim, Indiana medical board finds doctor violated patient privacy
The board stopped short of suspending the medical license of Dr. Caitlin Bernard or placing her on probation, opting for a reprimand and fines.
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South Carolina House passes six-week abortion ban
Gov. Henry McMaster is expected to sign it into law if it passes the Senate. Once signed, it will take effect immediately.
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Federal judges seem open to restricting access to mifepristone abortion pill
In arguments Wednesday, the conservative-leaning court appeared sympathetic to arguments against access to the abortion medication.
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Republicans in North Carolina override veto of 12-week abortion ban
The ban's time limit and new restrictions will functionally eliminate one of the South's last abortion destinations.