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Utah Abortion Bill Could Punish Women for Miscarriages, Domestic Violence
Wednesday, March 3, 2010 :Utah lawmakers have approved a measure that would allow women to be charged with murder if they commit an "intentional, knowing or reckless act" that causes a miscarriage. Critics fear the measure could target women for all kinds of actions, including staying with an abusive partner.
Lynn Paltrow, founder and Executive Director of National Advocates for Pregnant Women.
Terry O'Neill, President of the National Organization for Women.
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http://www.democracynow.org/2010/3/3/pregn...
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