Poland’s parliament has rejected proposed legislation that would have imposed a near-total ban on abortion.
Current law allows abortion through the 12th week of pregnancy if the woman’s health or life is endangered, if the pregnancy results from a crime, or if the fetus is irreparably damaged.
European politicians from various liberal parties welcomed the news of the proposed ban’s rejection on Twitter, which is being seen as a victory for womens’ rights following the protests earlier this week.
On Monday, thousands of women in Poland took the day off work and school to take part in a pro-choice march to mark what organizers called “Black Monday”.
The day of action was inspired by a 1975 women’s strike in Iceland.
Poland’s parliament withdraws proposed abortion ban – CNN.com
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