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Government Small Enough to Fit in Your Bedroom feat. Steven Monacelli & Dr. Michael Phillips

It Could Happen Here

CHAPTER

The Evolution of Abortion Rights in Early America

This chapter examines the historical context of abortion in early Massachusetts and Texas, highlighting the complexities of Puritan society's views on reproductive autonomy. It traces the shift in perception of abortion from cultural acceptance to restrictive practices influenced by the medical establishment and sociopolitical fears. The narrative includes a tragic account of a botched abortion that underscores the risks faced by women and the evolving debates surrounding reproductive rights.

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