Pro-choice

Pro-choice is a term used to describe the belief that individuals have the right to choose whether or not to continue a pregnancy. This belief is often associated with the broader movement for reproductive rights, which advocates for access to a range of reproductive health services, including abortion, contraception, and prenatal care.

History[edit | edit source]

The pro-choice movement has its roots in the early 20th century, when activists began to challenge laws that restricted access to contraception and abortion. The movement gained significant momentum in the 1960s and 1970s, culminating in the landmark Roe v. Wade decision by the United States Supreme Court, which established a constitutional right to abortion.

Beliefs[edit | edit source]

Pro-choice advocates believe that individuals should have the autonomy to make decisions about their own bodies and reproductive health. They argue that access to safe and legal abortion is a fundamental human right, and that restrictions on abortion infringe on this right. Pro-choice advocates also emphasize the importance of access to comprehensive reproductive health services, including contraception and prenatal care.

Criticism and controversy[edit | edit source]

The pro-choice movement has faced significant opposition, primarily from those who identify as pro-life. Pro-life advocates believe that fetuses have a right to life, and that abortion is morally wrong. They often support laws that restrict access to abortion, and may also oppose certain forms of contraception.

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