Politics Theory Other Excerpt - Natasha Lennard answers listener questions
May 10, 2025
In this thought-provoking discussion, Natasha Lennard tackles the harrowing escalation of the Gaza genocide and its global implications. She dives into the potential for a federal ban on abortion in the U.S., analyzing the fallout from the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision. Additionally, the emergence of a new, liberal brand of transphobia in the U.S. sparks a critical conversation. Lennard's insights challenge listeners to think deeply about pressing social issues.
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Federal Ban Likelihood
- A full federal abortion ban faces significant challenges passing Congress given current political composition.
- Partial bans are significant possibilities, reflecting ongoing political and legislative battles.
Current Abortion Access Reality
- Even without a federal ban, many U.S. states already effectively ban or block abortion access.
- Red states increasingly criminalize abortion, making care hard to access even outside these states.
Dobbs Decision Impact
- The Supreme Court's Dobbs decision was a huge blow, yet many millions already lacked abortion access.
- This ruling exposed preexisting, widespread restrictions rather than creating a wholly new reality.