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politics1 year ago

"Arizona's Ongoing Battle: The Aftermath of the Supreme Court Abortion Victory"

Anti-abortion activists in Arizona continue to protest outside clinics despite a state Supreme Court ruling that an 1864 abortion law is enforceable, making abortion a felony except to save the woman's life. While reproductive rights advocates and supporters argue that the law is outdated and draconian, anti-abortion activists are overjoyed by the ruling and are pushing for stricter laws, including penalizing women who attempt DIY abortions. The ruling is the latest setback for abortion rights since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, and abortion providers are grappling with how to move forward as legal challenges continue.

via NBC News|
#abortion#anti-abortion-activists#arizona
politics1 year ago

"Trump Signals Support for 16-Week Abortion Ban to Allies"

Allies of former President Donald Trump are devising sweeping and legally sophisticated plans to restrict abortion rights if he returns to power, including using the long-dormant Comstock Act from 1873 to criminalize the shipping of materials used in abortions. Some of these proposals aim to go beyond a national ban or laws enacted in conservative states, and anti-abortion strategists have been purposefully quiet about their plans due to the political liability the issue has become for Republicans.

via The New York Times|
#abortion#abortion-restrictions#anti-abortion-activists
politics2 years ago

"Navigating the Post-Roe Landscape: Anti-Abortion Marchers Rally in Washington, D.C."

Anti-abortion activists gathered in Washington DC for the March for Life, seeking to re-energize their movement post-Roe v Wade. Attendees emphasized the need to make abortion "unthinkable" rather than just illegal, with a focus on science and logic. The crowd was relatively sparse, and some expressed mixed views on Trump's stance on abortion. Meanwhile, Democrats are launching a media campaign to target women and swing voters in battleground states, hoping to capitalize on sustained outrage over Roe.

via The Guardian US|
#anti-abortion-activists#donald-trump#joe-biden
social-issues2 years ago

"Annual March for Life 2024: Anticipating Challenges and Road Closures in DC"

Anti-abortion activists are gathering for their annual March for Life amid challenges, including a seven-state losing streak in votes on abortion-related ballot measures and a shift in decision-making on abortion policy to individual states following the Supreme Court’s Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization ruling. The theme of this year’s march is “Pro Life: With Every Woman, For Every Child,” aiming to convey support for women facing unexpected pregnancies. Both sides of the abortion debate are determined, with uncertainty surrounding the inconsistent adjudication of abortion-related cases in federal and state courts, and concerns about potential federal and state legislative actions.

via ABC News|
#abortion-rights#anti-abortion-activists#dobbs-v-jackson-womens-health-organization
politics2 years ago

"March for Life 2024: Anti-Abortion Activists Rally in D.C. Amid Road Closures"

Anti-abortion activists are preparing for a challenging year as they face a seven-state losing streak in votes on abortion-related ballot measures and the potential for more abortion-rights ballot measures in the upcoming election. The Supreme Court's Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization ruling has returned decision-making on abortion policy to individual states, leading to a wave of state bans and restrictions. Both sides of the abortion debate are gearing up for a persevering battle, with uncertainty surrounding the potential impact of federal and state court decisions, as well as the possibility of federal legislation that could override state abortion bans.

via The Associated Press|
#abortion#anti-abortion-activists#election
politics2 years ago

The Battle Over Abortion in the 2024 US Elections

Conservatives are employing new tactics to prevent abortion-related measures from appearing on the 2024 ballot, following recent victories for abortion rights groups. Anti-abortion activists are buying ads, knocking on doors, and holding events to dissuade people from signing petitions to put the issue before voters. Republicans are also appealing to state courts and pushing for changes to raise the threshold for amendments to pass or make it to the ballot. These efforts reflect a belief that anti-abortion groups may struggle to win at the ballot box, even in red states, and that restricting abortion is best achieved by preventing direct voter input.

via POLITICO|
#abortion#anti-abortion-activists#ballot-measures
legalabortion2 years ago

"New Mexico Supreme Court Examines 1873 Law's Role in Abortion Ban"

The New Mexico Supreme Court is set to hear arguments regarding local ordinances passed in four areas of the state that claim an 1873 law, the Comstock Act, bans the mailing of abortion-related materials. Anti-abortion activists believe that this law could be used to ban abortion nationwide. While the New Mexico attorney general argues that the ordinances violate state law, anti-abortion activists hope to use the Comstock Act to challenge state-level abortion laws and potentially ban abortion across the US. Legal experts believe it is unlikely that this case will revive the Comstock Act, as the New Mexico Supreme Court is predominantly Democratic and none of the localities have abortion clinics. However, the case highlights the ongoing battle over abortion rights and the fear it creates among residents seeking necessary healthcare.

via The Guardian US|
#abortion#anti-abortion-activists#comstock-act
law-and-politics2 years ago

Supreme Court Upholds Abortion Clinic Buffer Zones

The Supreme Court declined to hear a challenge to a precedent allowing states to enact laws that prohibit anti-abortion activists from approaching individuals entering abortion clinics. The challenge sought to overturn a Westchester County law that makes it a misdemeanor to approach within 8 feet of someone entering an abortion clinic for the purpose of protesting, counseling, or handing out materials. The justices let the lower ruling stand, upholding the law under the 23-year-old precedent, Hill v. Colorado. Several conservative justices have expressed doubts about the viability of the precedent, but the court did not dissent in its decision.

via The Hill|
#abortion#anti-abortion-activists#buffer-zones
politics2 years ago

"Abortion Rights: A Test of Democracy's Resolve Amidst Unyielding Opposition"

The battles over abortion rights in the United States have revealed a growing divide in the commitment to democracy. Despite voters in multiple states affirming their support for abortion rights, opponents are increasingly challenging election results, refusing to align state laws with voter-backed changes, and attempting to strip state courts of their power to consider abortion-related laws. Some Republican lawmakers and anti-abortion activists are defying the democratic processes and institutions they perceive as being against their cause. This escalating defiance raises questions about the commitment to democracy and threatens to damage American institutions and public faith in them.

via Yahoo News|
#abortion-rights#anti-abortion-activists#democracy
politics2 years ago

"Abortion Rights: A Test of Democracy's Resolve Amidst Unyielding Opposition"

The battles over abortion rights in the United States have revealed a growing divide in the commitment to democracy. Despite voters in multiple states affirming their support for abortion rights, opponents are increasingly challenging election results, refusing to align state laws with voter-backed changes, attempting to strip state courts of their power to consider abortion-related laws, and challenging the citizen-led ballot initiative process. Some Republicans and anti-abortion activists are defying the will of the voters and attempting to dismantle the system of checks and balances. These undemocratic attempts threaten American institutions and the public's faith in them, according to political observers.

via The Associated Press|
#abortion-rights#anti-abortion-activists#ballot-initiative-process
politics2 years ago

Texas Republicans Enforce Abortion Travel Bans, Sparking Major Controversy

Commissioners in Lubbock County, Texas, have voted to ban the act of transporting another person for an abortion, making Lubbock the largest jurisdiction to pass such a restriction since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. This move is part of a strategy by conservative activists to further restrict abortion in Texas. Six cities and counties in Texas have already passed similar bans. The bans are intended to bolster Texas' existing abortion ban, which allows private citizens to sue anyone who provides or "aids or abets" an abortion after six weeks of pregnancy. The transport bans have sparked debates and mobilized both supporters and opponents, with each side using them to galvanize voters and pursue political goals.

via Reuters|
#abortion#anti-abortion-activists#politics
politics2 years ago

Trump's Abortion Stance Sparks Controversy Among Republicans

Donald Trump's criticism of Florida's six-week abortion ban has exposed the challenges faced by Republicans in navigating the divisive issue. While powerful conservative activists want a nationwide ban, Trump's comments have drawn backlash from anti-abortion groups. The Republican Party is struggling to find a position on abortion that satisfies its base without alienating the broader public. Recent polls show a slight shift in public opinion towards supporting abortion access, and Republicans are grappling with how to address this issue in the upcoming 2024 presidential race. Different candidates have taken varying approaches, but finding consensus remains elusive within the party. Trump's stance appears to be aimed at winning over the general electorate, but the question remains whether he would take a more extreme position if re-elected.

via BBC|
#2024-presidential-nomination#abortion#anti-abortion-activists
education2 years ago

NYC Professor Fired for Machete Threat to Reporter and Confrontation with Anti-Abortion Students

Shellyne Rodriguez, a professor at Hunter College in New York, has been fired after threatening a New York Post reporter and photographer with a machete. The journalists were trying to speak to her about an incident in which she criticised anti-abortion activists on campus. Ms Rodriguez followed them onto the street with the machete, video showed. Hunter College confirmed she had been "relieved of her duties".

via BBC|
#anti-abortion-activists#education#hunter-college
health2 years ago

Conservative appeals court to decide fate of abortion pill access

A federal appeals court in New Orleans will hear arguments on Wednesday in a closely watched case brought by anti-abortion activists seeking to ban the abortion pill mifepristone, with potentially far-reaching impact on abortion access across the United States. The Biden administration will urge a three-judge panel of the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to overturn last month's unprecedented ruling by U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk in Amarillo, Texas suspending mifepristone's FDA approval. Mifepristone is part of a two-drug regimen with misoprostol used for medication abortions, which account for more than half of U.S. abortions.

via Reuters|
#5th-us-circuit-court-of-appeals#abortion#anti-abortion-activists
law2 years ago

The Comstock Act's Role in the Abortion Debate.

The Comstock Act of 1873, a federal law that prohibits the mailing of "obscene, lewd, or lascivious" materials, is being invoked by anti-abortion activists to block the mailing of abortion medication. The law had a huge impact in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but its relevance faded over time. However, with the overturning of Roe v. Wade, opponents of abortion rights are using the Comstock Act as a legal basis to challenge the mailing of abortion pills, which could have sweeping implications for abortion access across the country. The case may eventually be decided by the Supreme Court.

via The New York Times|
#abortion-pills#anti-abortion-activists#comstock-act