Introduction:
South Dakota’s current abortion ban is among the most extreme in the nation, with no exceptions for rape or incest and restrictions so severe that doctors are being forced to send patients out of state for life-saving care. This ban strips away personal freedoms, impacting every woman facing difficult pregnancy decisions. Amendment G offers a pathway to restoring the reproductive rights South Dakota women had for nearly 50 years under Roe v. Wade. It’s time to separate the facts from the fear-mongering and understand what Amendment G truly means.
The Lies About Amendment G: Debunking the Myths
Opponents of Amendment G, including groups like “Life Defense Fund”, have been spreading misinformation, claiming that the amendment is too extreme. But the truth is that their arguments rely on scare tactics, not facts. Let’s break down the key lies they’re pushing:
Myth #1: Amendment G Legalizes Abortions Through All Nine Months
One of the most misleading claims is that Amendment G would allow abortions through all nine months of pregnancy, even after the baby is viable. This is simply false.
The Truth:
Amendment G does not allow late-term abortions. In fact, the amendment only restores the rights guaranteed under Roe v. Wade, which included clear limitations on abortion access after viability, except in extreme cases where the mother’s life or health is at risk. The scare tactic that Amendment G would legalize abortion “up until birth” is designed to mislead and confuse voters.
Myth #2: Amendment G Denies Parental Rights
Opponents are also spreading the claim that Amendment G denies parents the right to know if their underage daughter is undergoing an abortion procedure.
The Truth:
Amendment G maintains the same parental consent laws that have been in place for decades. Parental notification and consent remain a part of the process. The idea that Amendment G cancels parental rights is another baseless scare tactic.
Myth #3: Amendment G Endangers Women’s Health
Another claim is that Amendment G would cancel health and safety requirements for abortion providers, endangering women’s health by allowing unqualified individuals to perform abortions outside of safe medical facilities.
The Truth:
This is a blatant distortion. Amendment G ensures safe and regulated medical procedures and does not cancel health standards for providers. Medical professionals, not politicians, should be in charge of reproductive healthcare, and Amendment G protects the rights of women to receive safe, legal, and accessible care from qualified providers.
What Amendment G Really Does: Restoring Personal Freedom
Amendment G is about restoring personal freedom and protecting women’s health. South Dakota politicians have passed a total abortion ban, with no exceptions for rape or incest, leaving women with no choice but to carry pregnancies—even in traumatic or dangerous circumstances. Amendment G aims to give families the right to make personal healthcare decisions free from government interference, just as they had under Roe v. Wade.
The current abortion ban forces women, even children who are victims of rape or incest, to carry pregnancies to term. It endangers women with life-threatening pregnancies, leaving doctors in impossible positions where providing care could lead to prosecution.
South Dakota OBGYN Speak Out
Watch this 30-second video featuring a South Dakota OBGYN as she explains why decisions about women’s health should be made by families and doctors, not politicians in Pierre. This powerful message highlights the urgent need to vote YES on Amendment G to restore reproductive freedom and protect the health of South Dakota women.
Conclusion: Vote YES on Amendment G to Take Back Control
The truth is simple: Amendment G is about restoring the common-sense reproductive rights South Dakota women had for 50 years under Roe v. Wade. It’s about protecting families, safeguarding women’s health, and ensuring that deeply personal decisions are made by women and their doctors—not politicians. Don’t be misled by fear-based campaigns. Vote YES on Amendment G and help restore the rights that women have lost.
Call to Action:
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PS: Stay Informed with the Facts
At the end of this post, we’ve included some important slides for you to review. You’ll find a quote from USD Law Professor Hannah Haksgaard on how Amendment G mirrors Roe v. Wade, the official ballot measure language, the Attorney General’s official statement, and a side-by-side comparison of Amendment G and the original Roe v. Wade decision. These two documents are like two peas in a pod, showing just how closely aligned Amendment G is with restoring the rights women had under Roe v. Wade. You can view these documents and the official Amendment G language on the South Dakota Secretary of State's website here.
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