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Judicial Impact on Reproductive Rights

This chapter explores the vital role of judicial appointments in shaping abortion rights post-Roe v. Wade. It examines two key Supreme Court cases related to medication access and state obligations during pregnancy complications, highlighting the stakes for reproductive healthcare. Additionally, the chapter discusses the implications of the Comstock Act and evolving views on fetal personhood, as well as the political challenges surrounding these issues.

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