Abortion Stories
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Vivian, Photographed by Victoria Torres Garcia
“At 17 I was forced to travel across state lines to authorize my abortion service without a parent’s involvement. At this age, I felt I was mature enough to make…
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Xandi, Photographed by Kait Mauro
“I was in an abusive relationship when I found out I was pregnant. A protester on the sidewalk tried to take my picture, but a clinic volunteer shielded me with…
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Susan, Photographed by Rebecca Naul
“When I hear about people speaking of late term or ‘partial birth’ abortions, it is beyond distressing. This was the most painful decision I have ever made, yet I am…
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Stephanie, Photographed by Karen Arango
“I am at peace with my decision to have had multiple abortions and to let that be a catalyst to live the life I’ve always wanted. I am strong. I…
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Stephanie, Photographed by Dani Hunter
“The ease with which I was able to choose and access abortion care is a reflection of my privilege. When I had my abortion in 2006, I was a middle-class…
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Sriya, Photographed by Sarah Simon
” After getting my abortion, I ended up doing a standup comedy set about it the very next day. And that snowballed into producing a comedy show where comics tell…