Primary Sources
40th Anniversary of Roe vs Wade. Digital image. Usnews.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This is a picture of a mother with her child as she protests against abortion outside a New Jersey state house.
Barbara Freeman / Getty Images. Digital image. Content.time.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This is a picture of Barbra freeman at a protest while the Roe vs. Wade case was still underway.
Crum, Gary, and Thelma McCormack. Abortion: Pro-choice or Pro-life? Washington, D.C.: American UP, 1992. Print.
This book explains the concepts of abortion and what different cultural and ethical groups think about abortion. The book does not
support nor oppose abortion. This book is written from a perspective that shows the pros and cons of both arguments.
Decision January 22,1973. Digital image. Everysaturdaymorning.net. N.p., n.d. Web. 29 Nov. 2014
This is a picture of protest on January 22, 1973
Farrell, Courtney. The Abortion Debate. Edina, MN: ABDO Pub., 2008. Print.
This is the debate between the two abortion groups. The “pro-choice” wanted to let the woman the decision on to having the baby or on
to killing the baby. The “ pro-life “ was wanting to forbid the choice of the mother and just making the law which is where Roe V. Wade
was on.
Gold, Susan Dudley. Roe v. Wade: A Woman's Choice. Tarrytown, NY: Benchmark, 2005. Print.
This book explains how Roe V. Wade always thought that there should be no right for an infant to die unless if that’s the only way to save
the mother.
Higgins, Melissa, and Joseph W. Dellapenna. Roe v. Wade: Abortion and a Woman's Right to Privacy. Minneapolis, MN: ABDO Pub., 2013. Print.
The US Supreme Court is the head of the judicial branch of the federal government. It is the highest court in the land, with thousands of
cases appealed to it every year. One of those history-making cases was Roe v. Wade, which decided the legality of abortion in the United
States.
Hillstrom, Laurie Collier. Roe v. Wade. Detroit, MI: Omnigraphics, 2008. Print.
Provides a detailed and authoritative overview of this event, as well as the principal figures involved in this pivotal episode in U.S. history
Hull, N. E. H., and Peter Charles Hoffer. Roe v. Wade: The Abortion Rights Controversy in American History. Lawrence, Kan.: U of Kansas, 2001. Print.
This book explains how much controversy has been stirred throughout American history over abortion. This book also shows how during
the Roe vs. Wade case even caused violence over the issue. This books ends by talking about the continuing debates after Roe vs. Wade.
In 1972, Norma McCorvey ("Jane Roe") filed a lawsuit claiming that a Texas law criminalizing most abortions violated her constitutional rights. Digital image. Pbs.org. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This picture is of Norma McCorvey during a protest against abortion holding a sign that says: “keep abortion legal”
Norma McCorvey. Digital image. Excerptsofinri.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This is a picture of Norma McCorvey much later after her trial with the Supreme Court.
Potts, Malcolm, Peter Diggory, and John Peel. Abortion. Cambridge: Cambridge UP, 1977. Print.
This book is developed look into what abortion really is. This book explains the different types of abortions, causes and effects of abortions, and results of having abortions. It goes into detail on facts about abortions such as how many abortions are performed a year, how many
injuries occur during abortions, and how many fatal incidents have resulted from abortions.
Preparing for Delivery. Digital image. Babeecovee.com. N.p., n.d. Web.
This is a picture of a newborn baby boy.
Norma McCorvey, Jane Roe of Roe v. Wade, Speaks out for the Unborn as She Shares Her New Conviction for Life. Nashville, TN: T. Nelson, 1997. Print.
This is an autobiography of Norma McCorvey. In this book she discusses her journey through the Supreme Court and how she fought for
justice. Norma discusses everything that she felt during this time and what it was like to have been the cause to violence, political debate,
and just plain controversy between ordinary people. She talks about how she began to realize what she was fighting for was much more
than an abortion for herself but abortions for other women as well. Norma discovers that she is fighting for the rights of all women and
she is their representative.
Ring of life. Digital image. Indiancountrysidetodaymedianetwork.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
On January 22, 1973, an estimated 5,000 men and women formed a “ring of life” around the Minnesota Capitol building and marched in protest of the ruling that abortion was to be decided by the mother.This is a picture of Roe and her attorney.
Stevens, Leonard A. The Case of Roe v. Wade. New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1996. Print.
In this book Leonard Stevens traces the history of abortion all the way back until birth control wasn't even legal. Leonard discusses several
different issues in which abortion was discriminated against or supported. This book gives an understanding of current political events
involving abortion, birth control and young pregnancies.
Wicklund, Susan, and Alan S. Kesselheim. This Common Secret: My Journey as an Abortion Doctor. New York: Public Affairs, 2007. Print.
This book is about a real life abortion doctor. She tells about her journey and what she does every day. The author gives a true insight into
what her daily life as an abortion doctor consist of. She explains the procedures she performs and the different struggles she faces day to
day as the controversy over abortion increase on a daily basis.
40th Anniversary of Roe vs Wade. Digital image. Usnews.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This is a picture of a mother with her child as she protests against abortion outside a New Jersey state house.
Secondary Sources:
"Roe v. Wade Fast Facts: What You Need to Know about the Decision." About. About Education, n.d. Web. 18 Nov. 2014.
Roe V. Wade decision was a difficult one according to this article. It explains what was happening in her mind and how she processed it
to the court case.
"Abortion." American Government. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 18 Nov. 2014.
An abortion is the ending of a pregnancy by the destruction of a fetus. There are two types of abortions. They can be spontaneous or
induced. Spontaneous abortions are also known as miscarriages. Induced abortions occur when a woman forcibly kills the fetus. About
1.3 million abortions are induced each year in the United States. Abortions are performed for a variety of financial, medical, and emotional
reasons.
Lively, Donald E. "Roe v. Wade." American Government. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This website help me understand why Roe wanted to fight for her rights. When other people believed different things then her. It shows
how she was determined.
"Oral argument in Roe v. Wade (1973) [1:13]." Audio. National Archives/Archive Photos. American Government. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This is an actual recording from the case. It showed how she was willing to do anything for her rights. Because she was in a “free
Country”.
Roe v. Wade (1973)." American Government. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This article gives a brief explanation on how Roe case was a problem for her too. Because she is also a pregnant woman but she isn’t
willing to be a single mother.
Roe v. Wade: William Rehnquist dissenting opinion." American Government. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This article explains how Roe decided to take the decision of her being a single mother with other people’s opinions. Which include
the law that she caused.
"Norma McCorvey." American History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 18 Nov. 2014
In the Roe v. Wade case the Supreme Court rules that individual states could not make abortion legal. This decision had made abortion
legalized throughout the United States. The case was brought up by Norma McCorvey. When she filed for an abortion it was her third
pregnancy. At the time abortion was illegal in Texas, where she lived. Even though she knew of this she still found two attorneys who took
up her case. She requested an abortion in March 1970. The case was immediately dismissed.
"Roe v. Wade." LII / Legal Information Institute. Cornell University Law School, n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This Article gives you the Universities opinions on Roe V. Wade with now a days situations. That have been cause by teenagers and young adults of this generation.
“Salisbury, Joyce E. and Andrew E Kersten. "Roe v. Wade (1973)." Daily Life through History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 18 Nov. 2014.
On January 22, 1973 the Supreme Court rendered its decision in the Roe v. Wade case. The Supreme Court liberalized access to abortion
for American women and criminal abortion statue for violating constitutional right to privacy. The right to privacy in this case was also
noted not to be absolute.
"Roe v. Wade." History.com. A&E Television Networks, n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
In the 1700’s and 1800’s the word abortion referred only to the termination of a pregnancy after “quickening”, the time when the fetus first
began to make noticeable movements. An induced pregnancy did not even have a name at this time.
Induced abortions weren't uncommon in the 1700’s; in fact many women took drugs to end their unwanted pregnancies. In 1827 Illinois
created a law that made abortions punishable up to three years of imprisonment.
"Primary Document: Roe vs. Wade (1973)." Faculty.washington.edu. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This document is the court’s opinion from the Roe vs. Wade case. It was spoken by Mr. Justice Blackmun. He delivered the opinion of the
court.
"Abortion." Merriam-Webster. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 29 Nov. 2014.
This is the definition of abortion. It explains what abortion is, and how it’s affecting our generation.
Glenn, Richard A. "Norma McCorvey (Jane Roe)." Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
Norma McCorvey was born on September 22, 1947 in Louisiana. She was physically and emotionally abused as a child. She dropped out
of high school in ninth grade and spent time at a reform school. McCorvey was raped as a teenager by a relative. She married at sixteen
and developed an addiction to drugs and alcohol. She soon became pregnant and divorced. In august of 1969, McCorvey claimed to be
ganged raped. Later her job moved her to Dallas, Texas. She soon found herself pregnant, poor, unmarried, and with a five year old child.
"Expanding Civil Rights." PBS. PBS, n.d. Web. 17 Nov. 2014.
The Roe v. Wade case ruled a law that banned abortions except to save the life of a woman unconstitutional. The court ruled that states
were forbidden from outlawing any aspect of abortion preformed during the first trimester of pregnancy. Roe vs. Wade politically divided
the nation more than any other recent case and continues to cause more heated debates, politics, and even violence.
"Roe v. Wade and Its Impact." Ushistory.org. Independence Hall Association, n.d. Web. 17 Nov. 2014.
No topic related to the feminist movement has caused as much controversy as the right to an abortion. In the 1960’s there was no federal
law regulating abortions. . Many states had banned the practice entirely except when the life of the mother was in danger. Women’s
groups argued that illegality sent many women to seek black market abortions. As a result of this several states including California and
New York began to legalize abortions. There was still no definite ruling from the federal government. This caused many women to seek
the opinion of the United States Supreme Court.
"Roe v. Wade and Its Impact." Ushistory.org. Independence Hall Association, n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This article explains how Roe V. Wade law impacts some of these states. It’s grown the state’s population and the future will be better
because of these babies because they are the future.
40th Anniversary of Roe vs Wade. Digital image. Usnews.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This is a picture of a mother with her child as she protests against abortion outside a New Jersey state house.
Barbara Freeman / Getty Images. Digital image. Content.time.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This is a picture of Barbra freeman at a protest while the Roe vs. Wade case was still underway.
Crum, Gary, and Thelma McCormack. Abortion: Pro-choice or Pro-life? Washington, D.C.: American UP, 1992. Print.
This book explains the concepts of abortion and what different cultural and ethical groups think about abortion. The book does not
support nor oppose abortion. This book is written from a perspective that shows the pros and cons of both arguments.
Decision January 22,1973. Digital image. Everysaturdaymorning.net. N.p., n.d. Web. 29 Nov. 2014
This is a picture of protest on January 22, 1973
Farrell, Courtney. The Abortion Debate. Edina, MN: ABDO Pub., 2008. Print.
This is the debate between the two abortion groups. The “pro-choice” wanted to let the woman the decision on to having the baby or on
to killing the baby. The “ pro-life “ was wanting to forbid the choice of the mother and just making the law which is where Roe V. Wade
was on.
Gold, Susan Dudley. Roe v. Wade: A Woman's Choice. Tarrytown, NY: Benchmark, 2005. Print.
This book explains how Roe V. Wade always thought that there should be no right for an infant to die unless if that’s the only way to save
the mother.
Higgins, Melissa, and Joseph W. Dellapenna. Roe v. Wade: Abortion and a Woman's Right to Privacy. Minneapolis, MN: ABDO Pub., 2013. Print.
The US Supreme Court is the head of the judicial branch of the federal government. It is the highest court in the land, with thousands of
cases appealed to it every year. One of those history-making cases was Roe v. Wade, which decided the legality of abortion in the United
States.
Hillstrom, Laurie Collier. Roe v. Wade. Detroit, MI: Omnigraphics, 2008. Print.
Provides a detailed and authoritative overview of this event, as well as the principal figures involved in this pivotal episode in U.S. history
Hull, N. E. H., and Peter Charles Hoffer. Roe v. Wade: The Abortion Rights Controversy in American History. Lawrence, Kan.: U of Kansas, 2001. Print.
This book explains how much controversy has been stirred throughout American history over abortion. This book also shows how during
the Roe vs. Wade case even caused violence over the issue. This books ends by talking about the continuing debates after Roe vs. Wade.
In 1972, Norma McCorvey ("Jane Roe") filed a lawsuit claiming that a Texas law criminalizing most abortions violated her constitutional rights. Digital image. Pbs.org. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This picture is of Norma McCorvey during a protest against abortion holding a sign that says: “keep abortion legal”
Norma McCorvey. Digital image. Excerptsofinri.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This is a picture of Norma McCorvey much later after her trial with the Supreme Court.
Potts, Malcolm, Peter Diggory, and John Peel. Abortion. Cambridge: Cambridge UP, 1977. Print.
This book is developed look into what abortion really is. This book explains the different types of abortions, causes and effects of abortions, and results of having abortions. It goes into detail on facts about abortions such as how many abortions are performed a year, how many
injuries occur during abortions, and how many fatal incidents have resulted from abortions.
Preparing for Delivery. Digital image. Babeecovee.com. N.p., n.d. Web.
This is a picture of a newborn baby boy.
Norma McCorvey, Jane Roe of Roe v. Wade, Speaks out for the Unborn as She Shares Her New Conviction for Life. Nashville, TN: T. Nelson, 1997. Print.
This is an autobiography of Norma McCorvey. In this book she discusses her journey through the Supreme Court and how she fought for
justice. Norma discusses everything that she felt during this time and what it was like to have been the cause to violence, political debate,
and just plain controversy between ordinary people. She talks about how she began to realize what she was fighting for was much more
than an abortion for herself but abortions for other women as well. Norma discovers that she is fighting for the rights of all women and
she is their representative.
Ring of life. Digital image. Indiancountrysidetodaymedianetwork.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
On January 22, 1973, an estimated 5,000 men and women formed a “ring of life” around the Minnesota Capitol building and marched in protest of the ruling that abortion was to be decided by the mother.This is a picture of Roe and her attorney.
Stevens, Leonard A. The Case of Roe v. Wade. New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1996. Print.
In this book Leonard Stevens traces the history of abortion all the way back until birth control wasn't even legal. Leonard discusses several
different issues in which abortion was discriminated against or supported. This book gives an understanding of current political events
involving abortion, birth control and young pregnancies.
Wicklund, Susan, and Alan S. Kesselheim. This Common Secret: My Journey as an Abortion Doctor. New York: Public Affairs, 2007. Print.
This book is about a real life abortion doctor. She tells about her journey and what she does every day. The author gives a true insight into
what her daily life as an abortion doctor consist of. She explains the procedures she performs and the different struggles she faces day to
day as the controversy over abortion increase on a daily basis.
40th Anniversary of Roe vs Wade. Digital image. Usnews.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This is a picture of a mother with her child as she protests against abortion outside a New Jersey state house.
Secondary Sources:
"Roe v. Wade Fast Facts: What You Need to Know about the Decision." About. About Education, n.d. Web. 18 Nov. 2014.
Roe V. Wade decision was a difficult one according to this article. It explains what was happening in her mind and how she processed it
to the court case.
"Abortion." American Government. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 18 Nov. 2014.
An abortion is the ending of a pregnancy by the destruction of a fetus. There are two types of abortions. They can be spontaneous or
induced. Spontaneous abortions are also known as miscarriages. Induced abortions occur when a woman forcibly kills the fetus. About
1.3 million abortions are induced each year in the United States. Abortions are performed for a variety of financial, medical, and emotional
reasons.
Lively, Donald E. "Roe v. Wade." American Government. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This website help me understand why Roe wanted to fight for her rights. When other people believed different things then her. It shows
how she was determined.
"Oral argument in Roe v. Wade (1973) [1:13]." Audio. National Archives/Archive Photos. American Government. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This is an actual recording from the case. It showed how she was willing to do anything for her rights. Because she was in a “free
Country”.
Roe v. Wade (1973)." American Government. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This article gives a brief explanation on how Roe case was a problem for her too. Because she is also a pregnant woman but she isn’t
willing to be a single mother.
Roe v. Wade: William Rehnquist dissenting opinion." American Government. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This article explains how Roe decided to take the decision of her being a single mother with other people’s opinions. Which include
the law that she caused.
"Norma McCorvey." American History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 18 Nov. 2014
In the Roe v. Wade case the Supreme Court rules that individual states could not make abortion legal. This decision had made abortion
legalized throughout the United States. The case was brought up by Norma McCorvey. When she filed for an abortion it was her third
pregnancy. At the time abortion was illegal in Texas, where she lived. Even though she knew of this she still found two attorneys who took
up her case. She requested an abortion in March 1970. The case was immediately dismissed.
"Roe v. Wade." LII / Legal Information Institute. Cornell University Law School, n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This Article gives you the Universities opinions on Roe V. Wade with now a days situations. That have been cause by teenagers and young adults of this generation.
“Salisbury, Joyce E. and Andrew E Kersten. "Roe v. Wade (1973)." Daily Life through History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 18 Nov. 2014.
On January 22, 1973 the Supreme Court rendered its decision in the Roe v. Wade case. The Supreme Court liberalized access to abortion
for American women and criminal abortion statue for violating constitutional right to privacy. The right to privacy in this case was also
noted not to be absolute.
"Roe v. Wade." History.com. A&E Television Networks, n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
In the 1700’s and 1800’s the word abortion referred only to the termination of a pregnancy after “quickening”, the time when the fetus first
began to make noticeable movements. An induced pregnancy did not even have a name at this time.
Induced abortions weren't uncommon in the 1700’s; in fact many women took drugs to end their unwanted pregnancies. In 1827 Illinois
created a law that made abortions punishable up to three years of imprisonment.
"Primary Document: Roe vs. Wade (1973)." Faculty.washington.edu. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This document is the court’s opinion from the Roe vs. Wade case. It was spoken by Mr. Justice Blackmun. He delivered the opinion of the
court.
"Abortion." Merriam-Webster. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 29 Nov. 2014.
This is the definition of abortion. It explains what abortion is, and how it’s affecting our generation.
Glenn, Richard A. "Norma McCorvey (Jane Roe)." Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
Norma McCorvey was born on September 22, 1947 in Louisiana. She was physically and emotionally abused as a child. She dropped out
of high school in ninth grade and spent time at a reform school. McCorvey was raped as a teenager by a relative. She married at sixteen
and developed an addiction to drugs and alcohol. She soon became pregnant and divorced. In august of 1969, McCorvey claimed to be
ganged raped. Later her job moved her to Dallas, Texas. She soon found herself pregnant, poor, unmarried, and with a five year old child.
"Expanding Civil Rights." PBS. PBS, n.d. Web. 17 Nov. 2014.
The Roe v. Wade case ruled a law that banned abortions except to save the life of a woman unconstitutional. The court ruled that states
were forbidden from outlawing any aspect of abortion preformed during the first trimester of pregnancy. Roe vs. Wade politically divided
the nation more than any other recent case and continues to cause more heated debates, politics, and even violence.
"Roe v. Wade and Its Impact." Ushistory.org. Independence Hall Association, n.d. Web. 17 Nov. 2014.
No topic related to the feminist movement has caused as much controversy as the right to an abortion. In the 1960’s there was no federal
law regulating abortions. . Many states had banned the practice entirely except when the life of the mother was in danger. Women’s
groups argued that illegality sent many women to seek black market abortions. As a result of this several states including California and
New York began to legalize abortions. There was still no definite ruling from the federal government. This caused many women to seek
the opinion of the United States Supreme Court.
"Roe v. Wade and Its Impact." Ushistory.org. Independence Hall Association, n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This article explains how Roe V. Wade law impacts some of these states. It’s grown the state’s population and the future will be better
because of these babies because they are the future.