HEALTHCHICAGO SUN-TIMES
Technology gives women upper hand in abortion battle
Technology, particularly medical advancements like the birth control pill and RU-486, has historically and currently empowered women in the abortion debate. The overturning of Roe v. Wade led to abortion bans in 13 states, yet abortion rates increased due to accessible medical technology. The article criticizes religious and political efforts to restrict abortion rights and enforce Christian morality through law.
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