Fetal Personhood and Its Implications

This chapter explores the challenges surrounding the definition of fetal personhood and its consequences for abortion rights, legal landscapes, and anti-abortion movements. It highlights the current focus of anti-abortion groups on influencing the judiciary, particularly after the historic Dobbs decision, which reshaped reproductive rights. Additionally, the discussion addresses the complexities of fetal personhood laws in relation to broader societal impacts, including IVF and public opinion.