WHYY’s Bridging Blocks discussion on reproductive rights finds common ground through diverse perspectives

The legislation expands access to abortion and the use of state funding to cover the procedures. It now goes to Gov. John Carney.

The bill would call for a statewide standing order for FDA-approved over-the-counter contraceptive drugs, including emergency contraception.

Casey’s stance isn’t out of step with many lay Catholics. According to Pew Research Center surveys, 56% of U.S. Catholics say abortion should be legal in all or most cases.