Unit+9+Class+6+-+Roe+v.+Wade+(1973)

Today, we'll delve into the incredibly controversial issue of abortion and the US Supreme Court Case which legalized abortion in across the country, Roe v. Wade.

[|Roe v. Wade (1973) - Landmark Court Case]

We'll spend the majority of our class going through the document listed below and discussing questions located therein. [|Roe v Wade Landmark Case handout.doc] [|Supreme Court's Evolving Rulings on Abortion - NPR]

Homework: In a "solid" paragraph, answer the following question: "Why is abortion such a controversial issue in America?" Be sure to consult all sources on this page in answering this question.

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