New York Voters Approve Prop 1, Securing Abortion Rights and More

New York voters approved Proposition 1, amending the state constitution to enshrine abortion rights and expand anti-discrimination protections. This move follows the U.S. Supreme Court's 2022 decision overturning Roe v. Wade. The amendment, known as the Equal Rights Amendment, adds protections for various identities, including gender identity and reproductive health, to the state's Equal Protection Clause. Despite opposition concerns about its implications, the amendment does not change voting or sports regulations. Its passage is seen as a victory for Democrats, who heavily supported the measure.