When Abortion Became Legal | Roe v. Wade

In 1969, Norma McCorvey sought an abortion in Texas, where it was illegal. Lawyers Sarah Weddington and Linda Coffee took her case, leading to the landmark Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision in 1973. The Court ruled 7-2 in favor of Roe, citing the 14th Amendment's Due Process clause and a right to privacy, effectively legalizing abortion. The decision sparked ongoing debates between pro-choice and pro-life advocates. Norma McCorvey later became a pro-life activist.

What were the main arguments of the justices who disagreed with the Roe v. Wade decision?

What impact did the Roe v. Wade decision have on state laws regarding abortion?

How did Norma McCorvey's views on abortion change over time?