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Kresta in the Afternoon – January 4, 2024 – Hour 2

Leah Savas traces the history of abortion in America, all the way back to 1665.

 

Abortion in America: The Complete History

The story of abortion in America extends far beyond the 50-year lifespan of Roe vs Wade. It’s been a part of American history since the beginning. Leah Savas walks us through the cultural and legal history of abortion in America from 1652 to today.

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Leah Savas is the co-author of The Story of Abortion in America: A Street-Level History 1652-2022. She reports on abortion and pro-life news for World News Group, where she writes the weekly Vitals roundup, and lives in Grand Rapids, MI with her husband. Follow her on Twitter @leahsavas.
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