The Daily A New Front Line for Abortion Rights
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May 27, 2025 
Pam Belluck, a health and science reporter for The New York Times, dives into the rise of abortions in the U.S. post-Roe v. Wade. She explores how innovative shield laws are creating a new legal battleground between conservative and liberal states. A crucial case against a New York doctor illustrates the intertwining of state laws and personal rights, raising questions about the future of abortion access. The discussion shines a light on the challenges abortion providers face and the role of telemedicine in navigating this complex landscape.
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Shield Laws Empower Providers
- Shield laws protect abortion providers from out-of-state prosecution by blocking cooperation with states where abortion is banned.
- These laws enable providers in blue states to safely offer abortion services, including by mail, to patients in red states.
Abortion Pills Increase Access Post-Roe
- Abortion pills mailed into states with bans have increased abortions in the U.S. since Roe's overturn.
- This rise partly results from legal protections enabling providers to serve patients remotely across state lines.
NY Doctor vs Texas Ban
- Dr. Margaret Carpenter from New York prescribed abortion pills to a Texas resident, defying Texas's ban.
- Texas sued her, but New York's shield law blocked enforcement, causing a legal standoff between states.