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Checks and Balance from The Economist

Choose this podcast: abortion and the election

May 31, 2024
Guests Sacha Nauta and Idrees Kahlo discuss the upcoming elections and the impact of abortion rights. They delve into grassroots movements, activism, strategic considerations, and potential restrictions. The conversation highlights the intersection of abortion politics and women's access to reproductive rights.
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  • Abortion rights are a pivotal issue in the upcoming election, with Democrats leveraging it to drive voter turnout.
  • Grassroots movements aim to influence state laws on abortion through voter-driven campaigns and ballot initiatives.

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