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Sun May 19

There is more than one religious view on abortion - here's what Jewish texts say

Written by Rachel Mikva, Associate Professor of Jewish Studies, Chicago Theological Seminary

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey discusses a bill that would virtually outlaw abortion in the state.AP Photo/Blake Paterson

Alabama’s governor signed a bill this week that criminalizes nearly all abortions, threatening providers with a felony conviction and up to 99 years in prison.

It is one of numerous efforts across the United States to restrict...

There is more than one religious view on abortion - here's what Jewish texts say

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