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The Effort to Punish Women for Having Abortions

Aug 23, 2022

Elizabeth Dias, a Correspondent for The New York Times specializing in faith and politics, dives deep into the shifting dynamics of the anti-abortion movement. She explores the emerging faction pushing for 'abortion abolition,' aiming to criminalize abortion from conception and punish women. The discussion features personal stories that highlight the ethical implications of extreme legislation and contrasts radical versus mainstream approaches. Themes of agency, regret, and the influence of religious beliefs further illuminate this polarizing issue.

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Intro

2min

Shifting Dynamics in the Anti-Abortion Movement

5min

The Abolitionist Crusade Against Abortion

13min

Community Perspectives on Abortion and the Power of Storytelling

2min

A Journey from New Age to Faith: Christine's Transformation

2min

Reflections on Abortion: Agency and Regret

9min

The Religious Drive Behind the Anti-Abortion Movement

2min

Political Tensions and the Legacy of Public Health Leadership

2min

Even as the anti-abortion movement celebrates victories at the Supreme Court and in many states across the country, there is debate about where to go next.

A hard-edge faction is pursuing “abortion abolition,” a move to criminalize abortion from conception, targeting not only the providers but also the women who have the procedure.

Guest: Elizabeth Dias, a correspondent covering faith and politics for The New York Times.

Background reading:

Abortion “abolitionists” are looking to gain followers after the decision to overturn Roe, unsettling mainstream anti-abortion groups.

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