The Fight for Life: Shaping the Anti-Abortion Movement

This chapter explores the cultural and political dynamics that shaped the anti-abortion movement leading up to and following the Roe v. Wade decision in 1973. It highlights the efforts of activists like the Wilkies in Cincinnati, who utilized provocative tactics and media to promote their anti-abortion stance, including the influential 'Handbook on Abortion.' Additionally, the chapter examines the alignment of evangelicals with the Republican Party and the evolving public perception around abortion, including the impact of Bernard Nathanson's film 'The Silent Scream' on the national conversation.