Post Reports The day Roe v. Wade fell
Jun 24, 2022
Robert Barnes, a Supreme Court reporter for The Washington Post, analyzes the monumental overturning of Roe v. Wade. He discusses the immediate emotional impact on patients and providers at a Houston clinic after the ruling. Barnes delves into the decision's implications for decades of conservative efforts to restrict abortion and highlights key justices' philosophies. He raises alarms about potential threats to other civil rights, emphasizing the broader consequences of this ruling on personal autonomy and future legal interpretations.
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Clinic Reactions
- At a Houston abortion clinic, the news of Roe v. Wade being overturned arrived as patients waited.
- Some patients were informed individually, leading to emotional reactions.
Victoria's Story
- Victoria, a patient, had completed paperwork and an ultrasound for a five-week abortion.
- The overturning meant losing her savings to seek care elsewhere, impacting her finances.
Generational Divide
- The Supreme Court's decision evoked mixed responses outside, from celebration to grief.
- Young anti-abortion activists celebrated, while older pro-choice supporters expressed fear and anger.