So many women I knew especially black women died of back alley abortions. I was one of those that survived and I think it`s my duty now as hard as this is to talk about it, because I know it`s going to happen again if we don`t stop what`s taking place.
On the recordSeptember 30, 2021
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Barbara Lee reflects on her personal experience with abortion and the importance of addressing the issue to prevent future tragedies.
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