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How many American women will have an abortion in their lifetime?
How many American women will have an abortion in their lifetime?
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Length:
10 minutes
Released:
Jul 2, 2022
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Podcast episode
Description
Earlier this month, the US Supreme Court overturned its 1973 ruling on Roe vs Wade - the case which guaranteed a constitutional right to a legal abortion across the US, sparking heated protests and debates across the country.
But how many American women will have an abortion in their lifetime? One statistic circulating online puts it at as high as one in three. Reporter Charlotte McDonald has been looking into the figures and has uncovered some surprising statistics.
But how many American women will have an abortion in their lifetime? One statistic circulating online puts it at as high as one in three. Reporter Charlotte McDonald has been looking into the figures and has uncovered some surprising statistics.
Released:
Jul 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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