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Wendy Davis and the ‘Good Abortion’ Myth

Right to Choose

In her memoir, the Texas politico reveals she had two abortions for medical reasons. A brave thing to talk about—and one that also fits into a problematic ‘good v. bad’ abortion narrative.

Emily Shire

Published Sep. 10 2014 5:45AM EDT

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Emily Shire

Emily Shire

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