Parental Notification of Abortions Will Hurt California’s Latinos

“In speaking out against Proposition 73 throughout California, we’re often asked: “Why should Latino families oppose Proposition 73?” “Aren’t they much too traditional or religious to get involved with this controversial issue?” “What difference will it make?” It’s clear that public perceptions about Latinas and Latinos continue to remain fueled by myths that bear no resemblance to the real conditions facing our community.

The reality is, Proposition 73 would have an overwhelmingly detrimental effect on the Latino community by limiting Latino youth’s access to safe, confidential health services thereby endangering our most vulnerable young women. Proposition 73 seeks to amend the California Constitution to require parental notification and a 48-hour waiting period when teens seek an abortion. While Proposition 73 will place all California teens in danger, this initiative would have a unique effect on the health and well-being of the state’s Latino community. “

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