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Unraveling Roe

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Mississippi's 15-Week Abortion Ban: Legal Challenges and Implications

This chapter explores the Mississippi law imposing a 15-week abortion ban and its implications on established legal precedents like Roe v. Wade. It highlights the reactions from protesters, the court's deliberations, and the significant impact of recent conservative shifts in the Supreme Court's makeup. Key discussions include the principle of stare decisis, the viability of a fetus, and the potential reevaluation of landmark cases in the context of abortion rights.

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