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Abortion Tourism: A Pro-Democracy Approach to Compassionate Care and Economic Growth
As abortion access faces increasing challenges in the United States, certain cities and states can do something extraordinary: create a lifeline for women and families traveling for reproductive healthcare.
Abortion Tourism is intentionally provocative, incredibly descriptive, and accurately reflects this moment in our history. While the concept sounds dystopian, it is grounded in American values and norms.
Good Americans look out for each other.
Beyond providing critical healthcare access, some cities are well-suited to provide incredible support by embracing a pro-democracy, human-centered initiative that benefits the local economy and the collective zeitgeist. Specializing in abortion tourism allows communities to support human rights while fostering economic growth through thoughtful, compassionate planning.
It’s a pro-democracy solution that is a win-win. Imagine that. In these times, no less.
As a Santa Cruz resident, I believe we are a perfect fit for this approach to community service. We have and are close to many healthcare services (even Stanford) and have many hotels (which are nearly empty in cold months). As a community, we have a reputation for being kind and accepting and can chart our…
