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The History of Abortion Laws in America.
03:20 - 11:11 (07:51)
This episode talks about the history of abortion laws in America, starting from the 1800s. It discusses how different terms like pro-abortion and anti-abortion have been coined by both pro-life and pro-choice groups and also delves into the attempts made by lawmakers to regulate abortions.
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The terms "pro-life" and "pro-choice" have become loaded language in abortion politics.
03:20 - 08:28 (05:08)
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The terms "pro-life" and "pro-choice" have become loaded language in abortion politics. Historians note that the term "pro-abortion" and "anti-abortion" are more academic terms to describe each side's beliefs.
ChapterThe History of Abortion Laws in America.
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The debate on abortion centers on the question of when life begins.
08:28 - 11:11 (02:43)
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The debate on abortion centers on the question of when life begins. While there is no clear consensus from experts, regulation of the procedure often depends on the viability of the fetus to survive outside the womb and balancing the protection of the unborn with a woman's right to choose.