The Intelligence from The Economist

Nevertheless, she persisted: the futility of restricting abortion

Mar 6, 2020
In this engaging discussion, Sasha Nauta, public policy editor at The Economist, dives into the complex landscape of abortion rights. She contrasts the restrictive U.S. environment with progressive advancements in countries like Thailand and South Korea. Nauta highlights the futility of restricting abortion access, emphasizing that women will seek care regardless of legality. The conversation also pays tribute to Katherine Johnson, a trailblazing mathematician at NASA, and examines ongoing challenges in workplace equality for women globally.
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INSIGHT

Roe v. Wade's Lasting Impact

  • The US Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision ignited ongoing abortion controversy.
  • Politicians and court cases continually challenge the ruling's boundaries.
INSIGHT

The Futility of Abortion Restrictions

  • Despite restrictions, women seeking abortions will find ways, even illegally.
  • Making abortion harder won't decrease rates, only endanger women.
ANECDOTE

Cross-Border Abortion Access

  • Sasha Nauta visited Reynosa, a Mexican border city, to observe how American women access abortion pills.
  • Women can easily purchase misoprostol, disguised as a menstrual regulator, for $50.
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