Abortion Quote by Dawn Johnsen
“Statutes that curtail her abortion choice are disturbingly suggestive of involuntary servitude, prohibited by the Thirteenth Amendment, in that forced pregnancy requires a woman to provide continuous physical service to the fetus in order to further the state's asserted interest.”
About This Quote
Source Legal article: Reproductive Rights Debate, 2023
Restrictive abortion laws resemble forced labor, violating the Thirteenth Amendment because they compel women to serve the state’s interest.
In simple terms: Abortion bans are akin to involuntary servitude.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for reproductive autonomy.
Themes
rights
law
bodily autonomy
Mood
analytical
urgent
Type
legal
political
When to use this quote
- legislative hearings
- court cases
- public policy debates
- activist campaigns
Key Concepts
constitutional law
ethics
gender equality
Questions to Reflect On
- What constitutional protections can counter such laws?
- How does this framing affect public opinion?
A Different Perspective
Legal arguments may be contested on privacy grounds.
