The pro-choice position is based on protecting bodily autonomy, ensuring safety, and reducing harm

Data shows that in countries where abortion is legal and accessible, maternal mortality rates are significantly lower, while restrictive laws lead to unsafe abortions that cause injury and death (13% of maternal deaths globally). The Turnaway Study found that people denied abortions are more likely to live in poverty, struggle financially, and miss educational and career opportunities. Access to abortion allows individuals to make the best decisions for their health, families, and futures. Banning abortion doesn’t stop it; it only makes it more dangerous. Prioritizing the rights and well-being of the pregnant person, who already has a life and responsibilities, ensures better outcomes for society as a whole.