Abortion in the United States - Judicial History and Legislative Battle (eBook)

Various authors (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
404 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654773357-7 (EAN)

Infos

"Abortion in the United States: Judicial History and Legislative Battle" offers a comprehensive exploration of the intricate legal and political landscape surrounding abortion in the U.S. Through an analysis of landmark court cases, legislative actions, and sociopolitical movements, this anthology delves into pivotal moments that have shaped abortion rights and legislation. The contributors utilize a range of literary styles, from empirical research to narrative essays, weaving together a coherent discourse that reflects the tensions between personal autonomy and governmental regulation. This scholarly work situates itself within the broader context of American legal history and feminist theory, encouraging readers to critically assess the evolving nature of reproductive rights. The authors featured in this collection are legal scholars, historians, and activists who have dedicated their careers to the subjects of women's rights and public policy. Their diverse backgrounds provide rich perspectives that inform their analyses and foster a deeper understanding of how societal values and judicial interpretations interact. Many contributors have been directly involved in advocacy efforts, lending personal insight into the challenges faced in the ongoing battle for abortion rights, often reflecting on the societal implications of these pivotal legal decisions. This book is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the complex interplay between law, ethics, and personal agency in the debate over abortion. Scholars, policymakers, and activists alike will find the extensive research and compelling narratives invaluable for navigating the nuanced discourse surrounding reproductive rights. By engaging with this work, readers will gain a clearer perspective on the historical underpinnings that continue to inform contemporary legislative battles.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 26.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Recht / Steuern ► Öffentliches Recht
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Gender Studies
• Schlagworte: abortion law amendments • accessible legal writing • Christianity • Civil Rights Movement • Comprehensive legal perspectives • Constitutional law analysis • constitutional law and abortion • contemporary debates • Ejaculate Responsibly • Feminism • feminist legal theory on abortion • Gender studies perspective • Historical context of abortion • Jane Against the World • Judicial history overview • Judicial rulings • legal battles • legal case studies • legislative activism • Legislative battles exploration • Martin Luther King • Planned Parenthood v. Casey study • Political influences on abortion • procreation • pro-life vs pro-choice literature • Qanon • Reproductive Freedom • Reproductive rights • Reproductive rights analysis • reproductive rights debates • Roe v. Wade • Roe v. Wade analysis • Scholarly resource on abortion • SCOTUS abortion rulings • Social factors affecting legislation • sociopolitical context • state abortion legislation • Trump • US abortion laws • US abortion legal history • When Abortion Was a Crime