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The Origins of Roe vs. Wade: Understanding the Landmark Supreme Court Case
The Key Players in the Roe vs. Wade Case The landmark Supreme Court case Roe vs. Wade was named after two of its key players: Jane Roe and Henry Wade. Jane Roe, whose real name was Norma McCorvey, was a pregnant woman from Texas who challenged the state’s laws prohibiting abortion. Henry Wade was the district attorney of Dallas County…
Read More »The Aftermath of Overturning Roe v. Wade: What to Expect
How the Overturning of Roe v. Wade Could Affect Women’s Reproductive Rights The overturning of Roe v. Wade would have a significant impact on women’s reproductive rights in the United States. The landmark 1973 Supreme Court decision legalized abortion nationwide, guaranteeing women the right to choose to terminate a pregnancy without undue interference from the state. The decision has been…
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