Reproductive Rights
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July 22, 2022 | | 1 min read
Reporter Credits:
Cody Boston, Mary Sanchez, D. Rashaan Gilmore, Vicky Dìaz-Camacho, Catherine Hoffman, Cami Koons
With the Supreme Court having overturned Roe V. Wade, all eyes turn to the constitutional amendment on the ballot in Kansas. The Flatland team takes a look at the consequences the decision would have for reproductive rights in our region.
Companion Article
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The national abortion spotlight turns to Kansas on Aug. 2, when voters decide whether the state’s constitution should protect women’s access to abortion. Go inside the campaign.
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