Nancy Stearns

Lawyer who challenged the constitutionality of abortion bans in the 1970s, using an equal rights argument.

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Jul 1, 2022 • 36min

An Abortion Rights Champion of the 1970s on Life Before and After Roe

Nancy Stearns, a pioneering lawyer from the 1970s, shares her groundbreaking journey in advocating for abortion rights. She reflects on her early courtroom battles for women's equality, revealing how her arguments were interrupted by changing laws and the landmark Roe v. Wade decision. Stearns discusses the emotional turmoil of watching those rights erode, emphasizing the need for ongoing activism. She highlights the crucial link between reproductive rights and women's empowerment, urging younger generations to continue the fight for equality.

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