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Abortion Access Declines, Activists Fight for Rights

6/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Three years post-Dobbs, the U.S. faces a stark decline in abortion access, contributing to rising maternal and infant mortality rates. Yet, in 2024, 1.14 million abortions were performed, thanks to telehealth and protective laws. Activists remain steadfast, battling against relentless legislative challenges to safeguard reproductive rights.

History

Historical Context

The 1973 Roe v. Wade decision established a constitutional right to abortion, significantly reducing maternal mortality rates. However, the 2022 Dobbs v. Jackson ruling overturned this protection, allowing states to impose restrictive laws. By 2023, states like Texas and Alabama enacted such laws, leading to increased maternal and infant mortality rates, highlighting ongoing struggles for reproductive rights in the U.S.

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Story summary

Three years post-Dobbs, the U.S. faces a stark decline in abortion access, contributing to rising maternal and infant mortality rates. Yet, in 2024, 1.14 million abortions were performed, thanks to telehealth and protective laws. Activists remain steadfast, battling against relentless legislative challenges to safeguard reproductive rights.

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