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U.S. Supreme Court Overturns Roe v.

Wade, Ending Constitutional Protection for


Abortion

Date: June 24, 2023

Location: United States

Summary:

The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday overturned Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 ruling that
legalized abortion nationwide. The decision, which was 6-3, gives states the power to ban
or severely restrict abortion.

The ruling is a major victory for anti-abortion advocates, who have long sought to
overturn Roe. It is a major setback for abortion rights advocates, who fear that it will lead
to the loss of access to safe and legal abortion for millions of women in the United States.

Personal opinion and reflection:a

I believe that the overturning of Roe v. Wade is a violation of women's human rights. The
right to abortion is a fundamental right that allows women to control their own bodies
and make their own decisions about their reproductive health.

The overturning of Roe v. Wade will have a devastating impact on women's health and
well-being. It will make it more difficult for women to access safe and legal abortion, and it
will force many women to carry unwanted pregnancies to term.

There are a number of things that can be done to avoid the violation of this right. First, it is
important to educate people about the importance of women's reproductive rights.
Second, it is important to support organizations that are working to p
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Sources:

https://www.npr.org/2022/06/24/1102305878/supreme-court-abortion-roe-v-wade-
decision-overturn

https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/24/roe-v-wade-overturned-by-supreme-court-ending-
federal-abortion-rights.html

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-supreme-court-overturns-abortion-rights-
landmark-2022-06-24/
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