Abortion Rights in America: A Pro-Choice Argument

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Abortion Rights in America: A Pro-Choice Argument

Introduction

Abortion has long been one of the most contentious issues in modern American social life, polarizing opinions along moral and ethical lines. This controversial issue continues to stir fierce debate, often reflecting deeply held religious or personal values and sociopolitical ideologies. At one end of the spectrum lies the pro-life movement, which advocates for newborn babies by appealing to religious doctrine or life's sacredness as their main argument for supporting life before birth. Advocates of women's autonomy assert the right of all individuals, including female citizens, to choose regarding reproductive healthcare for themselves and their bodies. Based on this premise, this article presents an anti-choice argument by asserting autonomy and freedom, including making personal decisions independently. Furthermore, the policy recognizes this right as a fundamental right that must be protected to promote gender equality, protect women's health, promote social justice, and maintain gender parity. American women have an absolute right to make choices regarding abortion based on the Constitution, privacy concerns, and the best interest of society.

Constitutional Basis of Abortion Rights

Roe v Wade (1973) was a critical Supreme Court case that established legal precedent regarding abortion rights in America. The court held that American women have the right to terminate an unplanned pregnancy under The Fourteenth Amendment's privacy clauses, which must be protected as guaranteed. Roe v. Wade established that women must have the freedom of choice when deciding on pregnancy termination (410 U.S. 133, 1973). This decision forms the cornerstone of choice advocacy today. Courts recognize that decisions surrounding childbirth should be left to individual discretion rather than under government control, as provided for under privacy rights enshrined by Court. Individual autonomy and freedom are crucial, which include being free to make personal decisions without interference or pressure from government entities.

Roe vs. Wade established the constitutional right to abortion. Yet, state laws still permit states to restrict it, with one key exception: rules that place on women an "undue burden," precisely when seeking an early termination (Planned Parents vs. Casey; 505 U.S 833 1992; 505 U.S 833). Planned Parents vs. Casey further clarified this idea when declaring any state law which poses significant barriers or creates significant impediments towards seeking an abortion pre-viability (Planned Parents vs. Casey 505 U.S 833 1992; 505 U.S 833 1992; 505 U.S 833); this case established the constitutional right for women seeking an abortion prior viability (Planned Parenthood vs. Casey 1992 505 US 833).

Even so, many states continue to pass restrictive abortion laws under the pretext of protecting women and the fetus's well-being and development. Such regulations typically contain mandatory waiting periods and gestational limits, which place an undue burden on abortion providers; critics contend these restrictions don't aid women but limit access to abortion services, thus violating Roe v Wade. Legalities surrounding abortion restrictions remain a topic of intense debate in courtrooms across the United States. Pro-choice advocates contend that any legislation which restricts safe, legal abortion access violates not only women's health but also violates Constitutional principles. They argue that states shouldn't interfere with this decision-making unless there are...