Abortion in the U.S. has a significant spatial component. Let’s start with the obvious: Abortions, both surgical and medical, have historically happened primarily at dedicated clinics, separately from other procedures. Clinics became the primary place for abortions after Roe v. Wade because they didn’t pose the same challenges as hospitals, which, in addition to burdensome maintenance costs and code requirements, are often religiously affiliated and can refuse to provide abortions. Additionally, and crucially, clinics can hire exclusively pro-abortion staff, making the experience more comfortable for patients and the internal working dynamics more manageable.
Despite these advantages, separating clinics from other healthcare spaces has had
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