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Laura McQuade

is president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of New York City.

Opinion

New York has an obligation to continue the legacy of Roe V. Wade

On this day in 1973, the U.S. Supreme Court legalized abortion nationwide, a monumental step forward in enabling people to decide when and how they want to build their families and plan their futures. Today, 45 years later, the right to self-determination guaranteed by Roe v. Wade is at risk of being overturned more than ever. That’s why, right now, we must do everything in our power to protect and secure abortion access in New York.