It Could Happen Here It Could Happen Here Weekly 163
Jan 4, 2025
Dr. Michael Phillips, a historian focusing on racism and eugenics, joins investigative reporter Stephen Monacelli and YouTube personality Andrew Sage. They discuss the severe consequences of Texas's restrictive abortion laws, sharing personal stories that highlight the harm done to women's rights. The conversation shifts to the evolution of anti-abortion activism in Texas, linking it to Republican politics. Additionally, they explore the impact of grassroots movements and digital activism, emphasizing community resilience amid social upheaval.
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Early American Abortion
- Alito's claim that abortion rights are not "deeply rooted" is historically inaccurate.
- Abortion was widely accepted in early America, even advertised, until the AMA's 1840s campaign.
AMA's Motivation
- The AMA's anti-abortion campaign was motivated by professional competition, not solely moral concerns.
- Midwives, primary abortion providers, were targeted to eliminate competition for male doctors.
Racist Roots
- 19th-century anti-abortion sentiment stemmed from anxieties about declining white birth rates.
- It was fueled by racist and anti-immigrant fears of "race suicide."
