What A Day Abortion Access In Trump's America 2.0
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May 27, 2025 
Jessica Valenti, author of 'Abortion: Our Bodies, Their Lives, And The Truths We Use To Win,' dives deep into reproductive rights in the U.S. She tackles the implications of potential reevaluation of mifepristone approval based on questionable reports. Valenti sheds light on a troubling abortion ban in Georgia, sharing personal stories showcasing the struggle for autonomy. The conversation navigates the evolving political landscape, highlighting the importance of framing a robust narrative for supporting reproductive health against rising restrictions.
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Misinformation on Abortion Pill Safety
- Conservative groups rely on unpeer-reviewed reports to challenge abortion pill safety despite extensive contrary research.
- Over 100 peer-reviewed studies show mifepristone is safer than common drugs like Tylenol and Viagra.
Georgia Brain-Dead Pregnancy Case
- A brain-dead pregnant woman in Georgia is kept alive due to the state's abortion ban.
- Anti-abortion groups avoid or shirk responsibility due to public outrage over such cases.
Fetal Personhood Laws' Real Impact
- Most anti-abortion states push fetal personhood laws with severe implications like arrests for drug use during pregnancy.
- Policies disguise fetal personhood as family support but are designed to restrict reproductive rights further.
