Stuff You Should Know A Dispassionate Review of Roe v Wade
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Jun 30, 2022 The discussion dives into the seminal Roe v. Wade case, providing a historical context of abortion laws and societal tensions before 1973. It examines the complexities of defining life and the balancing act between women's choices and unborn rights. Legal perspectives, including the Equal Protection Clause implications, reveal the case's ongoing relevance. The impact of government restrictions on women's health and autonomy is explored, along with stories that highlight the importance of kindness in parenting amid heated debates.
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19th Century Abortion Campaign
- The American Medical Association launched a campaign to outlaw abortion in 1857, partly to gain control of women's health.
- Historians suggest this move aimed to shift authority from midwives to doctors.
The Central Mess
- A central challenge in the abortion debate is defining when life begins, a question with no universally agreed-upon answer.
- This lack of consensus complicates legal and ethical discussions.
Quickening
- In the early 19th century, "quickening," the moment the mother feels fetal movement, was considered the beginning of life.
- This marked an early attempt to regulate abortion based on a tangible event.
