New abortion law tests the limits of barbarism in Massachusetts
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TL;DR
- Massachusetts has removed all statutory limits on abortion, previously set at 24 weeks with exceptions.
- The new law allows abortions based on the physician's professional judgment, without medical review overriding the physician and patient's decision.
- Critics argue this law effectively permits abortion up until moments before birth and is an ideological statement against life.
- Supporters state the law ensures abortion remains safe, legal, and accessible, with decisions made by healthcare providers and patients.
- The article suggests little evidence exists for late-term abortions due to medical need, questioning the necessity of the law's broad changes.