You are right...the Feds lost an opportunity to move NB out of Mississippi status and act like it is 2023 women should have the right to determine what is right for themselves and their body.
I am doubly disappointed in Jenica Atwin who campaigned on this issue. I voted for her, in part, because of her stance on this issue. I am sorry for that vote now.
To say that reproductive rights are settled law is a dangerous path. The PC party currently has over 80 members who want to roll back women’s reproductive rights. We all know what is currently happening in the US because so many just assumed “settled law” would not be overturned.
I am afraid we are doomed to more of the same with our new health funding...no one in power seem to want to change the system.
The differences between Canada and the U.S. on the abortion issue are pronounced and ingrained in how governance is structured. In the U.S. is that the law vary wildly from state to state, and the courts are heavily politicized. While politics undoubtedly play a role in the appointment of judges in Canada, we generally don't see ideology coming into play in the courts anywhere near the same extent as in the U.S.
While I agree we must be vigilant about such abuses, I don't think the dangers of such drastic swings of the philosophical pendulum in the justice system are as potent in Canada.
I understand the intrinsic differences. However, New Brunswick operates very differently as compared to the other provinces and no one holds NB accountable for the flagrant differences.
My major point was that the US thought it was established, settled law. As do Canadians.
I see your point, but as a conservative in living, not necessarily politics, I am thankful that abortions are done in hospital. Hopefully, the young girl or woman will have several opportunities to talk to therapists and social workers to see if ending a life is what she really wants to do.
Thanks for a well written article. Yep, real shame that the Feds did not simply end this utterly archaic stance re women’s health in this province.
You are right...the Feds lost an opportunity to move NB out of Mississippi status and act like it is 2023 women should have the right to determine what is right for themselves and their body.
I am doubly disappointed in Jenica Atwin who campaigned on this issue. I voted for her, in part, because of her stance on this issue. I am sorry for that vote now.
To say that reproductive rights are settled law is a dangerous path. The PC party currently has over 80 members who want to roll back women’s reproductive rights. We all know what is currently happening in the US because so many just assumed “settled law” would not be overturned.
I am afraid we are doomed to more of the same with our new health funding...no one in power seem to want to change the system.
The differences between Canada and the U.S. on the abortion issue are pronounced and ingrained in how governance is structured. In the U.S. is that the law vary wildly from state to state, and the courts are heavily politicized. While politics undoubtedly play a role in the appointment of judges in Canada, we generally don't see ideology coming into play in the courts anywhere near the same extent as in the U.S.
While I agree we must be vigilant about such abuses, I don't think the dangers of such drastic swings of the philosophical pendulum in the justice system are as potent in Canada.
I understand the intrinsic differences. However, New Brunswick operates very differently as compared to the other provinces and no one holds NB accountable for the flagrant differences.
My major point was that the US thought it was established, settled law. As do Canadians.
Agreed Jennifer. Without watchful folks, in particular investigative journalists, the rug can be pulled out way too easily and quickly.
Thanks Don.
I see your point, but as a conservative in living, not necessarily politics, I am thankful that abortions are done in hospital. Hopefully, the young girl or woman will have several opportunities to talk to therapists and social workers to see if ending a life is what she really wants to do.