Chelsea Clinton argues legal abortion has added $3.5 trillion to the U.S. economy
At a pro-choice rally, Chelsea Clinton claimed that the Roe v. Wade decision generated a $3.5 trillion boost to the American economy.
During a "Rise Up for Roe" rally, Chelsea Clinton told a crowd of abortion advocates that the legalization of abortion has contributed $3.5 trillion to the U.S. economy by enabling women to join the workforce. She argued that this financial angle could help win over those who are not convinced by bodily-rights arguments. Clinton cited the Supreme Court's 1973 decision in Roe v. Wade as the catalyst for this economic impact, noting that about 60 million unborn children have been legally aborted since then.
The event also featured protests against the Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Clinton’s comments were reported by CNS News and framed as part of a broader Democratic strategy to emphasize economic benefits of reproductive rights.
Why it matters
The statement shows how pro-choice advocates are using economic data to shape the abortion debate.
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