Consider This from NPR The Road To Overturning Roe v. Wade
May 7, 2022
Kristen Kobus-Dumay, a Professor of history and gender studies at Calvin University and author of "Jesus and John Wayne," dives into the complex history of evangelical views on abortion. She discusses the ongoing battle against Roe v. Wade, detailing the evolution of legal and political strategies from both sides. The podcast explores how conservative white evangelicals have shaped the abortion debate since the 1970s, revealing surprising historical support for abortion access. The implications of the Supreme Court's shifting landscape are also examined.
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Roe v. Wade Reversal
- The Supreme Court's potential overturning of Roe v. Wade is a culmination of years of conservative efforts.
- These efforts were influenced by academics, activists, and political figures like Mitch McConnell and Donald Trump.
Supreme Court's Role
- Author David Kaplan argues that the Supreme Court shouldn't decide highly divisive social issues.
- He believes such matters should be left to the political branches of government, like Congress.
Future of Precedents
- The current conservative majority on the Supreme Court may use their power to challenge other legal precedents.
- David Kaplan suggests this could impact areas beyond abortion rights, eroding the court's legitimacy.
