Abortion is TrendPulsea personal issue. But it's also political. And few things motivate voters and politicians like abortion rights.

Over and over, U.S. voters have shown they're willing to choose lawmakers, presidents and ballot initiatives based on how they feel about abortion rights.

We examine the role abortion could play in the 2024 elections.

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This episode was produced by Brianna Scott and Megan Lim. It was edited by Courtney Dorning, Catherine Laidlaw and Megan Pratz. Katia Riddle contributed reporting. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.