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The New U.S. Abortion Map

Jun 28, 2022

Margot Sanger-Katz, a health care correspondent for The New York Times, dives into the fragmented landscape of abortion access in the U.S. since the overturning of Roe v. Wade. She discusses how states have rapidly enacted bans, creating significant barriers for women seeking abortions, particularly in restrictive regions. The conversation reveals the increase in illegal and medication abortions as women navigate an increasingly complex legal terrain. Highlighting varied state responses, Margot also sheds light on the cultural implications surrounding these shifts.

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Intro

2min

Aftermath of Roe: A Landscape of Abortion Bans

11min

Navigating Abortion Access in a Restrictive Landscape

3min

Abortion Access in a Post-Roe America

8min

Legal Changes and Cultural Insights in Abortion Access

2min

Current Events and Human Impact Amid Ongoing Conflicts

2min

In the days since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, states have rushed to either ban, restrict or protect abortion.

The different approaches have created a fragmented, patchwork map of America.

Guest: Margot Sanger-Katz, a domestic correspondent covering health care for The New York Times.

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Background reading:

With Roe overturned, the distances many women will need to travel for an abortion will increase drastically.
Here are answers to some of the fundamental questions about the ramifications of the justices’ decision.

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