The Political Scene | The New Yorker
Will an 1864 Abortion Law Doom Trump in Arizona?
Apr 13, 2024
Journalists Susan B. Glasser, Jane Mayer, and Evan Osnos discuss the revival of Arizona's 1864 abortion law, its impact on the upcoming election, and the evolution of reproductive health in politics. They explore the intersection of religious groups, reproductive rights, and the strategic efforts behind the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022.
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- President Biden is emphasizing women's healthcare rights as a national issue to mobilize voters, shifting from state-by-state regulations.
- Republicans are considering reviving the outdated Comstock Act to enforce stringent federal abortion restrictions, signaling a potential national shift in policy enforcement.
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Biden's Response to Abortion Access Issue
President Biden addresses the abortion access issue with a focus on maintaining reproductive rights as a fundamental aspect of American freedom. Following the Dobbs decision, Biden escalates his rhetoric on ensuring women's healthcare rights as a national issue, emphasizing the importance of a unified approach rather than state-by-state regulations. His administration's strategy involves highlighting the past negligence seen as, and now executing a vigorous response through ad campaigns and Vice President Harris's active role, making abortion a key issue to mobilize voters.
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