Autonomy and Abortion: A Legal Question of Self Determination

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With recent reports stating the Supreme Court has written a draft opinion that will overturn Roe v. Wade, this week's topic couldn't come at a better time. Today Myzie and Chan discuss an issue that has been around for millennia-abortion. With the increase of anti-abortion legislation, from six weeks to no rape or incest exceptions, the right to an abortion is in jeopardy in the United States. In this episode the ladies explore the legal justification behind Roe v. Wade, how the current Supreme Court is dismantling what was once considered settled law and what could be the unintended consequences. Regardless of whether you agree with abortion or not, this is a topic that deserves an honest conversation.
Corrections/Clarifications:
42:24-The 'church' refers to the Protestant leaders who were vocal about safe abortions for women. In 1967 Protestants and Reform Jews founded the Clergy Consultation Service on Abortion (CCS) which provided a network for women to obtain safe abortions.
47:56-Medicaid is the state and federal program that provides health coverage for those with low incomes. Medicare provides health coverage for those over 65 or those with disabilities.

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Sources:
"The Surprising Role of Clergy in the Abortion" by Gillian Frank, Time Magazine, May 2, 1017. https://time.com/4758285/clergy-consultation-abortion/