Consider This from NPR Roe v. Wade Is Overturned
Jun 24, 2022
Nina Totenberg, NPR's legal affairs correspondent with decades of experience covering the Supreme Court, unpacks the seismic shift after the ruling overturning Roe v. Wade. She explains the court's decision, its impact on abortion rights across states, and the notion of 'trigger bans' already in play. The discussion includes emotional reactions from individuals facing unplanned pregnancies and highlights the legal chaos brewing as states navigate their newfound powers. Totenberg's insights reveal a deeply divided America and the uncertain future for reproductive rights.
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Witness Reaction
- Poppy Lufong, attending a library conference, felt compelled to visit the Supreme Court after the decision.
- Lufong expressed grief and concern for her daughter's future, stating, "Women are going to die."
Pro-Life Perspective
- Kelsey Smith, wearing a pro-life shirt, expressed excitement and gratitude for the decision.
- She hopes to make abortion illegal, unthinkable, and unnecessary.
Roe v. Wade Overturned
- The Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, eliminating the constitutional right to abortion.
- This returns abortion regulation to individual states.