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The Arizona Supreme Court's upholding of a 160-year-old near-total abortion prohibition has sparked debate throughout the state and abroad. This 1864 statute, which predates Arizona's statehood, punishes abortion with two to five years in jail, except in cases of life-threatening danger. The decision might shut all state clinics, affecting women's healthcare and the election. Anti-abortion groups celebrated the verdict, while Democratic leaders and reproductive rights supporters slammed it. Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs and Attorney General Kris Mayes have sworn not to arrest abortion seekers or performers, calling the statute "draconian" and underlining its outdated roots. The result sets up a controversial November referendum where Arizona voters may oppose it. This highlights the continuing reproductive rights debate, which might impact Arizona elections. A state ballot campaign to maintain abortion rights until 24 weeks is being promoted by activists. Recent triumphs in numerous states by activists against strong resistance have been crucial. The nationwide impact of Tuesday's verdict on abortion rights highlights the long-term influence of reproductive rights on politics and society. #ArizonaAbortionBan #ReproductiveRights #WomenHealthcare #ElectionImpact #HistoricRuling #AbortionReferendum #DraconianLaw #ProtectChoice #BattlegroundState #RoevWadeLegacy #writingcrews

In Florida, the introduction of HB 651 has raised concerns among abortion rights supporters who fear it might target doctors performing abortions. The bill proposes allowing parents to file wrongful death lawsuits involving unborn children, expanding the list of potential survivors. Introduced by Republican State Rep. Jenna Persons-Mulicka, the legislation faces opposition from Democrats and abortion rights advocates who see it as a potential threat to women's reproductive rights. While Persons-Mulicka contends that the bill aims to provide grieving parents with legal recourse, critics, including Democratic Rep. Ashley Gantt, argue that the language leaves room for ambiguity. Gantt's attempt to introduce protections for abortion providers through an amendment was rejected. Against the backdrop of ongoing debates on reproductive rights in Florida, the proposed legislation adds complexity to the dialogue. Striking a balance between the rights of grieving parents and potential implications for abortion providers requires careful consideration in this contentious and evolving landscape. For more information on HB 651, visit: https://lnkd.in/eEcpMtcg #FloridaAbortionRights #HB651 #ReproductiveRights #AbortionRights #ParentalRights #WrongfulDeathLawsuits #WomenRights #HealthcareRights #PoliticalDebate #FloridaLegislation

AMAZON , Don’t destroy AMAZON Our forests are disappearing at an alarming rate. Over the past few decades, we've witnessed the devastating impact of deforestation, with millions of acres of lush, vibrant ecosystems being cleared for various purposes. This alarming trend not only destroys the natural habitats of countless species but also contributes to climate change, soil erosion, and the disruption of vital water cycles. It's time we take action to protect and restore our precious forests and oceans and finally Earth before it's too late. NATO or other Organizations are also responsible for protecting our forests and oceans and all humanity with peace . They should respect to all thoughts without considering racism and finally developing to keep our planet Earth . We have no other place to live as alternative except Earth . Let’s young leaders control future of our planet. NATO and Organization are responsible to bring peace not to manufacturing war guns and tools . We are all in one ship . Please don’t make hole our ship .

Two years ago, the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ending the constitutional right to an abortion and setting off a fierce fight for reproductive rights at the state level. Abortion has emerged as a key issue in the 2024 election, and Gallup finds a record-high 32% of U.S. voters say they would only vote for a candidate for major office who shares their views on abortion.  These findings are from Gallup’s annual Values and Beliefs poll, conducted May 1-23.  https://lnkd.in/gzEez54X

The Arizona Supreme Court revived a 160-year-old ban on abortion. The decision ups the political stakes in a crucial swing state in the presidential election. In 2022, shortly before the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the GOP-controlled Arizona legislature passed a law allowing abortion through 15 weeks of pregnancy. Abortion opponents and some Republican lawmakers argued that it didn’t override an 1864 law predating Arizona’s statehood that banned abortion except in lifesaving situations. Most abortions take place before 15 weeks. It is unclear whether the ban—one of the strictest in the nation—will ultimately be enforced. Arizona’s governor and attorney general are Democrats. A measure to protect abortion rights that is expected to be on the state ballot in November could spill over into other races in the top battleground https://lnkd.in/gPfkkaRF (WSJ)

The Arizona Supreme Court revived a 160-year-old ban on abortion. The decision ups the political stakes in a crucial swing state in the presidential election. In 2022, shortly before the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the GOP-controlled Arizona legislature passed a law allowing abortion through 15 weeks of pregnancy. Abortion opponents and some Republican lawmakers argued that it didn’t override an 1864 law predating Arizona’s statehood that banned abortion except in lifesaving situations. Most abortions take place before 15 weeks. It is unclear whether the ban—one of the strictest in the nation—will ultimately be enforced. Arizona’s governor and attorney general are Democrats. A measure to protect abortion rights that is expected to be on the state ballot in November could spill over into other races in the top battleground https://lnkd.in/gPfkkaRF (WSJ)

In the 2024 elections, voters in at least 11 states will decide on critical ballot initiatives regarding abortion access. This follows the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision, which overturned Roe v. Wade and has led to significant state-level action on abortion laws. Confirmed measures include: California: A proposal to reinforce constitutional protections for abortion. Michigan: Similar measures affirming abortion rights. Ohio: An initiative to safeguard access to abortion in the state constitution. Vermont: A constitutional amendment for abortion rights. Arizona, Florida, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Tennessee: Various initiatives seeking either to protect or restrict abortion rights. In these states, voters will either affirm or challenge existing rights, significantly impacting the legal landscape for abortion across the country. Your engagement in these initiatives is crucial! Supporting candidates and policies that align with the fight for life can help shape the future of abortion legislation!

“In the Roe era, after all, women began to conceive of themselves as full persons, able to exercise control over their own destinies – as adults, that is, with all the privileges and entitlements of citizenship. They formed a habit of independence, a habit of imagining themselves as people entitled to freedom, equality, self-determination and respect. It is these habits that the Republican party is trying to break them of.” Moira Donegan with The Guardian This week, Louisiana moved to expand the criminalization of abortion further with the Louisiana legislature expected to pass a bill today that reclassifies mifepristone and misoprostol, medications used in medical abortions, as dangerous controlled substances. This classification, typically reserved for drugs with potential for addiction and abuse like sedatives and opioids, inaccurately represents these medications, which do not possess such properties. This decision starkly contradicts established medical opinion and federal law, reflecting a significant deviation from scientific consensus. Louisiana’s move to impose harsh penalties for possession—up to 10 years in prison and substantial fines—further intensifies the legal landscape around #ReproductiveRights in a state that already enforces a stringent abortion ban without exceptions for rape or incest. With Governor Jeff Landry expected to sign the bill, the implications for #reproductive health and personal freedom are severe. This legislation not only undermines reproductive person’s autonomy but also highlights the broader issues of #HumanRights and #justice. This moment calls for us to reflect on the direction our society chooses to take and the values we decide to uphold. It is a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle for reproductive justice and the need for vigilant, informed #advocacy, and to permanently safeguard reproductive rights for all. https://lnkd.in/dkMkJ2jM

1864 Or 404 Error? Arizona brings back it’s abortion laws from 1864! Arizona implements abortion laws which dates all the way back to 1864, when Arizona was not even a state. This law doesn’t mess around as it bans almost all abortions, with no exceptions for the cases of rape and incest. And get this – The Court says that the doctors performing these abortions can get prosecuted under this law. This ruling is a big deal as it impacts the reproductive rights of a woman. Before this, abortions were only barred after 15 weeks of pregnancy but now, it’s basically a no-go unless the mother’s life is on the line. Now, there is a talk going on to challenge the decision through a referendum in November that could reverse the ruling. Let’s take look at the legal jargon here. According to the law, anyone who helps a woman get an abortion could face 2-5 years in prison, the only exception here is if the mother’s life is at stake here. And it’s not just criminal penalties at stake but there are also regulatory sanctions for abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. President Joe Biden calls it a dangerous ban that does not protect women’s health or deal with the cases of rape and incest. While Arizona’s Governor Katie Hobbs calls it a dark day and Attorney General of Arizona Kris Mayes calls this decision a stain on the state’s history, they still are promising to fight for accessible reproductive care in the state. Even though political leaders in the USA are reacting left and right. Why is the world not talking about it? While France becomes the first country to enshrine abortion in its constitution, Arizona decides to implement laws from an era where even slavery was legal. Complete abortion ban in Arizona, abortions legalized in Florida up to 6 weeks of pregnancy (when most women don’t even know that they are pregnant), and well let’s not even talk about the Texas heartbeat Act. So, what now? Guns are more accessible than having access to safe abortions? What’s your take? #AbortionRights #ReproductiveJustice #ArizonaAbortionLaws #WomenRights #RoevWade #HealthcareAccess #LegalRights #PoliticalDiscussion #ReproductiveHealth #SocialJustice #Arizona #Texas #Florida

TODAY'S REMINDER THAT THE GOP IS ANTI-AMERICAN AND THAT PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN WORKS FOR ALL AMERICANS. GOP lawmakers resist calls to tweak abortion bans. Some say they'll clarify the laws' few exceptions By KIMBERLEE KRUESI NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — In Republican-led states across the U.S., conservative legislators are refusing to reevaluate abortion bans — even as doctors and patients insist the laws’ exceptions are dangerously unclear, resulting in denied treatment to some pregnant women in need. Instead, GOP leaders accuse abortion rights advocates of deliberately spreading misinformation and doctors of intentionally denying services in an effort to undercut the bans and make a political point. At the same time, however, some states are taking steps that they say will provide more clarity about when abortions can be legally performed. ***** VOTE BLUE AS IF AMERICA DEPENDS ON IT. *****