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Amy Adamczyk

Sociology professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and The Graduate Center, CUNY. Her research focuses on the religious, cultural, and social forces shaping public opinion on controversial issues.

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Mar 24, 2025 • 1h

Amy Adamczyk, "Fetal Positions: Understanding Cross-National Public Opinion about Abortion" (Oxford UP, 2025)

Dr. Amy Adamczyk, a sociology professor at John Jay College and CUNY, delves into global abortion attitudes in her new book. She explores why abortion views vary dramatically between countries like the liberal U.S. and settled China. Key topics include the influence of religion, economic development, and societal norms on public opinion. Adamczyk discusses cultural shifts in Ireland and Poland, and how gender inequality and legal frameworks shape personal decisions. Her insights highlight the complex interplay of beliefs and behaviors across different nations.