Anger Over US Supreme Court Ruling Banning Abortion
"A World Where Women's Rights Crumble Before Our Eyes"
CBS Poll: "59% of Respondents Oppose Supreme Court Decision"
Olivia Rodrigo (photo) and other famous American celebrities criticized the U.S. Supreme Court's decision recognizing abortion as a constitutional right. [Image source=Yonhap News]
[Asia Economy Reporter Park Hyun-joo] American female artists have voiced opposition to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn abortion rights. Recently, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark 'Roe v. Wade' ruling that legalized abortion at the federal level after nearly 50 years, deciding to leave the legality of abortion up to each state.
On the 26th (local time), according to the British daily The Guardian and others, pop stars participating in the UK music festival Glastonbury Festival strongly criticized the conservative-leaning Supreme Court justices who led the decision to revoke abortion rights.
Singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo expressed anger at the Glastonbury Festival in the UK, saying, "I am deeply shocked and scared," and "Many women and girls will die because of the repeal of abortion rights." She mentioned the names of the conservative justices who led the decision to overturn abortion rights and said, "I hate you and dedicate this song to you," performing a song with a profane title together with UK pop star Lily Allen.
Billy Eilish, who took the stage, also criticized the Supreme Court, saying, "It is truly a dark day for American women."
Mariah Carey also criticized the Supreme Court's decision to overturn abortion rights. [Image source=Yonhap News]
Other pop singers also criticized the Supreme Court through social media. Taylor Swift tweeted on the 25th, "For decades, women have fought for bodily autonomy, but the Supreme Court's decision has taken that right away. It is frightening that we live in a place like this."
Mariah Carey lamented, "I have to explain to my 11-year-old daughter why we live in a world where women's rights are crumbling before our eyes. It is truly disappointing," while pop singer Pink said, "If you think women's bodies belong to the country, don't ever think about listening to my music again." Jazz singer Jazmine Sullivan, after winning at the BET Awards, stated, "Abortion is not just a women's issue; it is an issue for all of us. Your support is needed now more than ever."
Male celebrities also lent their voices to demand abortion rights. Chris Evans, who starred in the movie 'Captain America,' retweeted five posts criticizing the Supreme Court on the 24th and urged people to join donations to the 'National Network of Abortion Funds (NNAF).' Author Stephen King sarcastically said, "The Supreme Court has gone back to the 19th century."
Meanwhile, recent public opinion polls on the Supreme Court's ruling have been released. According to a survey conducted by CBS News and YouGov from the 24th to 25th targeting 1,591 adults, 59% of respondents said they 'do not support the Supreme Court ruling,' while 41% said they 'support it.' Additionally, 58% of respondents favored federal legislation legalizing abortion, while 42% opposed it.
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