The Coming War On Abortion Drugs
The Huffington Post quoted Elisabeth Smith, the Center’s director of state policy and advocacy, in an article about potential legal restrictions on medication abortion. Smith stated, “It’s critical to remember that medication abortion is incredibly safe, incredibly effective and in high demand ― and the states hostile to abortion rights know this. That’s why they are trying to increase stigma around medication abortion… and create additional liability for those trying to access the pills.” Smith added, “We know that criminal law penalties and sanctions fall hardest on historically marginalized communities who are already subject to racism in so many systems.”
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- The Huffington Post: The Coming War On Abortion Drugs, 06.19.2022
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