When a woman going under the name of Jane Roe wanted an abortion but was prevented by Texas state law, she brought her case to the Supreme Court. In arguing that her rights to privacy and liberty guaranteed by the bill of rights were being violated, the Supreme Court voted 7 to 2 in her favor concluding that the right to privacy encompasses a woman's right to decide wether or not to terminate her pregnancy.
This is perhaps one of the most controvertial court cases and its decision is still a hot topic today. While both sides of the argument have convincing arguments, I would have to agree with the choice the Supreme Court made. Although it can be argued that a fetus is a life, an unwanted child is deprived of a quality upbringing. Those without the means to raise a child should not be forced to have their child. Also, rape victims should not be restricted by state law from getting an abortion.
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