

She said she miscarried. Then she was arrested.
Oct 29, 2024
Caroline Kitchener, a Washington Post reporter, delves into the haunting story of Patience Frazier, who faced manslaughter charges under a century-old abortion law after a miscarriage. Frazier's plight reveals the daunting legal complexities surrounding reproductive rights. Jacqueline Mitchum, a sheriff's deputy, shares her emotional conflicts during the investigation. The discussion highlights the broader implications of prosecuting women in a post-Roe landscape, illuminating the intersection of personal tragedy and systemic injustice.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Prosecution of Women in Abortion Cases
03:18 • 16min
The Weight of Responsibility
19:20 • 16min
Navigating Abortion Access in a Post-Roe Landscape
35:39 • 3min
Miscarriage and the Law: A Troubling Case
38:48 • 5min
Rebuilding Life After Injustice
43:34 • 2min
A Dignified Farewell
45:55 • 5min