384. Abortion and Crime, Revisited

Economist Steve Levitt from the University of Chicago and Stanford Law's John Donohue dive deep into the controversial theory linking Roe v. Wade to the decline in crime rates. They discuss their original research and the backlash it faced, along with updated analyses in light of new abortion restrictions. The conversation also navigates the complex ties between abortion, unwanted children, and societal outcomes. Levitt and Donohue urge a shift to data-driven discussions, emphasizing the importance of evidence in shaping public policy debates.