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Movement and Countermovement Mobilization in the US Abortion Conflict

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The conflict over abortion in the United States shows no sign of abatement. Both supporters and opponents of abortion rights have mobilized movements, engaged in collective action, suffered defeats and won victories, and survived over many decades. To understand how the current battle is likely to progress, we need to examine the movement/countermovement dynamics that drive the mobilization and outcomes of the opposing movements (Meyer and Staggenborg 1996). This article demonstrates how ongoing mobilization is fueled by the strategies and tactics of each side, which are strongly influenced by the actions of their opponents.

Source: PS Political Science & Politics

DOI: 10.1017/s1049096524000726

Author: Suzanne Staggenborg

Institution: University of Pittsburgh

Language: English

Topic: Social Movements and Cultural Identity

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,450