According to the annual report by Advancing New Standards in Reproductive Health, the portrayal of abortion in television has increased significantly, reflecting shifts in public awareness and policy.
Steph Herold emphasized the confusion among the public regarding abortion laws, saying, 'People are more confused than ever about whether abortion is legal in their state or not, whether it's legal in the country or not.'
Despite the portrayal increase, Herold points out that TV often does not mirror reality, stating, 'I think it’s a missed opportunity, especially as consumers try to make sense of changes to state laws.'
The report reveals that for the first time, a slight majority of characters having an abortion were people of color, but this still does not reflect the demographics of those obtaining abortions.
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