Two years ago today, the Supreme Court of the United States overturned the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling, which set forth that women have a constitutional right to abortion.
The Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization case was decided by a 6-3 majority on the court. Justice Samuel Alito wrote the majority opinion that effectively gave back to the states the power of regulating abortion.
“Roe found that the Constitution implicitly conferred a right to obtain an abortion, but it failed to ground its decision in text, history, or precedent,” the decision stated. “It relied on an erroneous historical narrative; it devoted great attention to and presumably relied on matters that have no bearing on the meaning of the Constitution.”
Alabama political leaders marked the two-year anniversary of the decision.
“Two years ago the Supreme Court restored to the people the right to protect unborn life,” Attorney General Steve Marshall said in a statement. “Today we celebrate the countless lives saved, and we continue to work towards finding ways to support mothers. Life is winning in Alabama.”
— Attorney General Steve Marshall (@AGSteveMarshall) June 24, 2024
Members of Alabama’s Republican Congressional delegation also commented on the anniversary.
“Two years ago, a majority of SCOTUS rightly interpreted the Constitution and allowed states to protect life,” said U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover). “Even though we have made progress, the fight to protect life is not over. I believe in the sanctity of human life and will continue to defend the rights of the unborn.”
Two years ago, a majority of SCOTUS rightly interpreted the Constitution and allowed states to protect life.
Even though we have made progress, the fight to protect life is not over. I believe in the sanctity of human life and will continue to defend the rights of the unborn.
— Gary Palmer (@USRepGaryPalmer) June 24, 2024
“Today marks the two-year anniversary of the #Dobbs decision,” U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Mobile) said. “This is a victory for all—mothers, fathers, and unborn children. Let us celebrate this incredible win and continue fighting for a culture of life.”
Today marks the two-year anniversary of the #Dobbs decision.
This is a victory for all—mothers, fathers, and unborn children. Let us celebrate this incredible win and continue fighting for a culture of life.
— Rep. Jerry Carl (@RepJerryCarl) June 24, 2024
“Two years ago today, the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision marked a crucial turning point in the fight to protect the lives of the most vulnerable of us,” said U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Monrovia). “I am proud to be pro-life and to advocate for the protection of the unborn.”
Two years ago today, the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision marked a crucial turning point in the fight to protect the lives of the most vulnerable of us. I am proud to be pro-life and to advocate for the protection of the unborn. pic.twitter.com/LzhQ8nJ8Wj
— Dale W. Strong (@RepDaleStrong) June 24, 2024
“Today we celebrate two years since the landmark Dobbs decision,” U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers said, “the countless lives that have been saved since, and the protection of the right to life!”
Today we celebrate two years since the landmark Dobbs decision, the countless lives that have been saved since, and the protection of the right to life!
— Mike Rogers (@RepMikeRogersAL) June 24, 2024
U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) reposted a video of his comments after the decision was released two years ago.
“It’s a great day for America,” Aderholt said.
Flashback to June 24, 2022: Roe is overturned. A decision that has saved countless lives these past two years. #dobbsanniversary #dobbsdecision pic.twitter.com/iheFf8Iml1
— Robert Aderholt (@Robert_Aderholt) June 24, 2024
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