Abortion And Freedom Of Speech: A Volatile Mix Heads To The Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments Tuesday in a case that pits the right to know against the right of free speech.
On one side are self-identified "crisis pregnancy centers" that seek to prevent abortions, and on the other side is the state of California, which enacted a law to ensure that these centers do not intentionally or unintentionally mislead the women who walk through their doors.
Supporters of the California law call the state's effort nothing more than seeking "truth in advertising."
But anti-abortion pregnancy centers see the law as unconstitutional, compelling speech that turns them into mouthpieces for a government message they disagree with.
Passions run high when it comes to abortion. Add the fact that most anti-abortion pregnancy centers have a firm Christian perspective, and you have quite a volatile mix.
Notice requirements for unlicensed and licensed centers
The case before the Supreme Court began in 2015
