Activist Idrees Kahloon and commentator Sacha Nauta join to discuss the upcoming election's focus on abortion rights. They explore the impact of Supreme Court decisions, grassroots movements, and the strategic challenges faced by pro-choice and opposition campaigns. The conversation delves into the potential outcomes for women's access to abortion and the implications for the election.
The 2022 Supreme Court decision on abortion will be a pivotal issue in the upcoming election, with Democrats running hard on the topic and grassroots movements fighting to defend reproductive rights.
State ballot measures on abortion reflect a shift towards local activism, highlighting the potential impact on abortion legislation and the election.
Ongoing legal challenges like the Miffer-Pristone and M-Tala cases signal potential developments in abortion legislation and debates on fetal personhood.
Deep dives
Historic New York Verdict on Donald Trump
Donald Trump was found guilty of falsifying business records in the Hushmani trial and plans to appeal. This verdict is significant as a felon is a major party's presumptive nominee for the presidency, with profound potential effects. The case continues to be discussed, highlighting its impact on the election and particularly the right to have an abortion.
Effect of State Laws and Grassroots Movements on Abortion Rights
Two years after the DOB's decision, a movement triggered by it aims to change state laws on abortion. Grassroots efforts are reflected in campaigns in several states, such as Florida, where initiatives aim to enshrine the right to abortion until viability. The focus on ballot measures and local movements reveals a significant shift in abortion rights activism and its potential impact on the election.
Judicial Challenges and Future Implications on Abortion Rights
The Supreme Court Roe v. Wade case continues to provoke new legal challenges and implications. Cases like the ones concerning Miffer-Pristone and M-Tala are under consideration, reflecting ongoing debates on abortion access. The potential rulings on these cases may signal further developments in abortion legislation and activism.
Fetal Personhood and Contraception Issues
The concept of fetal personhood and its potential implications for abortion legislation is being increasingly debated. Alongside, issues concerning IVF and contraception are becoming prominent, highlighting broader debates on reproductive rights and health. These discussions suggest a growing focus on the rights of fetuses and the interplay with women's health and healthcare access.
Oddest Ballot Measures and Their Outcomes
Some notable and whimsical ballot measures like the Arizona Voter Reward Act and UFO tracking commission proposal have been part of historical records. Despite their novelty, these measures often result in failure, showcasing how unique propositions may not always find public support or legal success.
In 2022 the Supreme Court gave control of abortion back to “the people and their elected representatives.” This November will be the greatest test yet of what that means. Democrats are running hard on the issue and as many as 16 states will vote directly on abortion. A grassroots movement has sprung up to defend reproductive rights. Will this fight decide the election? And what will the results mean for women’s ability to have an abortion?
Charlotte Howard hosts with Sacha Nauta and Idrees Kahloon. Mary Ziegler of the University of California, Davis, and The Economist’s Stevie Hertz and Daniella Raz also contribute.