Abortion and the Law in America

Résumé du livre

Mary Ziegler is a law professor at UC Davis School of Law. One of the leading historians of the US abortion debate, she is also the author of Dollars for Life and After Roe.

As we near the conclusion of Mary Ziegler’s Abortion and the Law in America in Bite, let’s go over our discussion. The debate on abortion in the US may appear to revolve around constitutional rights – those of the unborn child versus bodily autonomy – but it is, in fact, much more intricate. Supporters of a woman's right to choose and anti-abortion activists have also debated the varying advantages and drawbacks of legalized abortion. In recent years, these arguments have become crucial in both the political discourse and Supreme Court rulings. There has been a clash between the two sides regarding who holds the expertise to determine these advantages and disadvantages. With the potential overturning of Roe v. Wade looming, opponents of abortion have reverted to arguments based on rights. The abortion conflict in America has always represented more than just fundamental rights-based conversations concerning choice and life. It has shed light on conflicting American beliefs about poverty, family dynamics, the healthcare system, the social safety net, and the credibility of the media, government, and medical field. Due to its consistent value and approach changes, it has always been – and will probably remain – unpredictable. Want to introduce to your colleagues? Did you know we also provide corporate subscriptions? Click below, or have your company's Learning & Development team contact us, to discover how you and your team can utilize for personal and professional growth.

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