Support for Abortion Access in Pregnancy-Related Emergencies

SOURCE npr.org
Most Americans support access to abortion procedures for pregnancy-related emergencies and allowing women to travel for medical care, including getting an abortion. The issue of abortion does not rank as the top priority for most voters in the 2024 election, but it resonates strongly with certain groups.

Key Points

  • 86% of Americans believe women in pregnancy-related emergencies should have access to abortion procedures
  • Support for abortion access crosses party lines
  • Abortion is not the top issue for most voters in the 2024 election

Pros

  • 86% of Americans support access to abortion procedures for pregnancy-related emergencies
  • Strong bipartisan support for allowing women to travel for medical care, including abortion
  • Majority of respondents do not want doctors who perform abortions to face criminal charges