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Behind the Bastards

CHAPTER

The Historical Battle Over Reproductive Rights in America

This chapter explores the acceptance of abortion in America before the 1840s and the subsequent criminalization driven by the American Medical Association. It highlights the intersection of racism, cultural battles over reproductive rights, and key figures like Henry Wade in shaping modern perceptions and legislation.

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