Shall we who have heard the cries and seen the agony of…
“Shall we who have heard the cries and seen the agony of dying women respect the law which has caused their deaths? Shall we watch in patience the murdering of 25,000 women each year in the Untied States from criminal abortions? Shall we fold our hands and wait until a body of sleek and well-fed politicians get ready to abolish the cause of such slaughter?”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
She condemns laws causing women's deaths via illegal abortions and calls for action against them.
In simple terms: Laws cause women’s deaths; demand change.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for safe, legal reproductive healthcare.
Themes
women's rights
health policy
justice
activism
Mood
passionate
urgent
Type
political
advocacy
When to use this quote
- legislative lobbying
- public awareness campaigns
- support clinics
Key Concepts
reproductive autonomy
legal reform
ethical medicine
Questions to Reflect On
- How can society shift public opinion?
- What legal strategies are effective?
A Different Perspective
Opposition may be strong and politically charged.