We want to hear how women feel about the overturn of Roe v. Wade
June 24 was a joyous day for many women and a horrible day for many more. For those who opposed abortion rights, the U.S. Supreme Court's overturn of Roe v. Wade satisfied 50 years of advocacy. A majority of American women — 61% according to a Pew report — support the right to an abortion, but now they must surrender their reproductive decisions to the dictate of state laws. Is it the 21st-century version of the Spanish Inquisition or an effort to save lives?
Many women often lament that anti-abortion laws in the U.S. are passed in mostly male legislatures. The outcome of Roe v. Wade was championed by a majority male Supreme Court. The men have had their say. Now we are giving Oklahoma women a platform to have theirs.
We would like to hear from women across all demographic and socio-economic groups in Oklahoma, whether you are a pro-abortion or anti-abortion advocate. If you're a woman 50 and older, in your 40s or younger or even girls in high school, we'd like to hear your position on the high court's ruling and what you envision the work is in your camp going forward. Tell us in 250 to 400 words, and email it to yourviews@oklahoman.com. Please include your name and city where you live.
Clytie Bunyan is managing editor for diversity, community engagement & opinion.
This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: We want to hear women's opinions on Roe reversal
