First, read the majority and minority decisions on Dobbs v. Jackson Womens Health as well as the two follow-up articles describing some of the legal issues on the ground after the overturn of Roe v. Wade.
Questions The majority decision in Dobbs repeatedly references history and tradition. What does this mean? What is the history and/or tradition of the United States to which these claims refer?
What does the minority opinion have to say about tradition and history?
Selective incorporation, particularly of the 14th Amendment, has been discussed not only in Dobbs, but in numerous other SC cases. What are the consequences of this decision on selective incorporation of the 14th Amendment? Describe potential limitations or problems of this amendments future incorporation. (Students may want to review their Selective Incorporation Write Up for issue or case examples).
https://www.npr.org/2022/07/11/1107741175/texas-abortion-bounty-law
Doctors report compromising care out of fear of Texas abortion law
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