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Fetal Personhood as 'The New Civil War over Reproduction'

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Fetal Personhood and the 14th Amendment

This chapter explores the anti-abortion movement's strategy to establish fetal personhood under the 14th Amendment, arguing that embryos and fetuses should be recognized as persons with legal rights. It examines the implications of this recognition on abortion laws, IVF practices, and the potential legal ramifications for women's reproductive rights. The chapter also discusses the current political landscape and public sentiment surrounding fetal personhood following the Dobbs decision.

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