New York Ballot Proposal Aims to Protect Abortion Rights Without Mentioning 'Abortion'

The proposed amendment to the state constitution faces debate over its language and implications for broader anti-discrimination protections.

The amendment seeks to expand anti-discrimination protections to include reproductive health care and autonomy.
State Democrats argue it is a response to the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade.
Republicans claim the amendment is a covert move to protect transgender athletes and other issues.
The Board of Elections decided to use the amendment's exact language, omitting 'abortion' and 'LGBT'.
Advocates worry that the lack of explicit language may confuse voters about the amendment's true intent.