Roe v. Wade: How Did We Get Here, What Should We Do?

Abstract

Abortion has always been part of human existence. For centuries, ending a pregnancy before 'the quickening' (i.e., when foetal movement is felt) wasn’t particularly controversial. Abortion is also normal. Although it is impossible to calculate the exact numbers, the World Health Organisation (WHO) reckon one-third of all pregnancies end in this way. Abortion is healthcare. The WHO describes abortion seekers as ‘active participants in as well as beneficiaries of health services.