ProPublica's series, 'Life of the Mother,' highlighted the tragic deaths of five women unable to access necessary healthcare due to imposed state abortion bans. This impactful journalism contributed to voting discussions around abortion access during the presidential election and influenced proposed legislative reforms. The piece emphasized the critical role of thorough investigative techniques, drawing attention to systemic issues of maternal mortality following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the constitutional right to abortion. This investigation illustrates the importance of accountability journalism and its potential to enact change in public policy.
"Many investigations start this way, with a reporter stumbling upon an incident they come to learn is the tip of the iceberg."
"Surana sourced up with front-line providers and medical experts on maternal mortality review committees; she also familiarized herself with public death data in states that passed bans."
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