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Abortion Quote by Ruth Bader Ginsburg

“Reproductive choice has to be straightened out. There will never be a woman of means without choice anymore. That just seems to me so obvious. The states that changed their abortion laws before Roe are not going to change back. So we have a policy that only affects poor women, and it can never be…” quote by Ruth Bader Ginsburg
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“Reproductive choice has to be straightened out. There will never be a woman of means without choice anymore. That just seems to me so obvious. The states that changed their abortion laws before Roe are not going to change back. So we have a policy that only affects poor women, and it can never be otherwise.”

Ruth Bader Ginsburg

About This Quote

Source Speech: Supreme Court Confirmation, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, 1993

Abortion rights protect women's autonomy; restricting them harms the poor disproportionately.

In simple terms: Women need control over their bodies.

Key Takeaway

Support equitable reproductive policies.

Themes

women's rights equality justice

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

legal advocacy

When to use this quote

  • healthcare access
  • legislative advocacy
  • public policy
  • social services

Key Concepts

legal rights socioeconomic disparity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we protect vulnerable populations?
  • What legal strategies ensure lasting rights?
A Different Perspective

Political opposition can stall progress.

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