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Abortion on the ballot

2024/10/8
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Arizona's Proposition 139 seeks to extend legal abortion access, potentially influencing the presidential election. The proposition aims to codify Roe v. Wade, allowing abortions up to fetal viability or when deemed necessary for the mother's health. This has sparked debate, with opponents arguing it allows abortions up to birth, while supporters highlight its importance for women's health.
  • Proposition 139 in Arizona aims to codify Roe v. Wade.
  • The proposition allows abortions up to fetal viability or if the mother's health is at risk.
  • Opponents argue the proposition could allow abortions up to birth.
  • Supporters emphasize the proposition's importance for women's health and reproductive rights.

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Ten states have an initiative on the ballot that would protect access to abortion. KJZZ’s Camryn Sanchez explains how Arizona's Proposition 139 could swing the presidential election.

This episode was produced by Victoria Chamberlin, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Miles Bryan and Laura Bullard with help from Avishay Artsy, engineered by Andrea Kristinsdottir and Rob Byers, and hosted by Noel King.

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A Harris supporter at an event focused on reproductive rights in Georgia. Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images.

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