On today's show...
This election, South Dakotans will once again make their voices heard on the topic through Constitutional Amendment G.
First, Elizabeth Dias, co-author of "The Fall of Roe: The Rise of a New America," unpacks the events leading up to Dobbs decision and its impacts, including here in South Dakota (1:00 to 11:17).
The new podcast "Unplanned Democracy" turns its focus on the state's abortion history. SDPB's Lee Strubinger previews the podcast and we remember journalist Denise Ross (11:17 to 22:59).
Plus, women on both sides of the issue join us to share how they developed their opinions on abortion.
Kelsey Pritchard works for Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America on policy issues. She talks about how she formed her beliefs and how she stood up for her values as a young woman (22:59 to 36:34).
And Stephanie Pochop and Nancy Turbak Berry are co-chairs of the Freedom Amendment Coalition. They discuss how their dedication to justice shaped their views on abortion (36:34 to 46:13).