Jane
Shannon Murray Lyrics

It's 2006 and we don't give a shit
The year is 2006 and we are unconcerned with the possible loss of Roe v. Wade.

That Roe v. Wade is crumbling
Roe v. Wade, the landmark Supreme Court decision on abortion rights, is at risk of being overturned or invalidated.

We can't trust the government
There is a lack of trust in the government's ability to protect and maintain the right to choose.

A piece of legislation is all that stands between our freedom
The availability of legal abortion is crucial for the freedom and autonomy of those seeking the procedure.

And your commandments
Religious beliefs and doctrines should not dictate the choices and decisions of others regarding their own bodies and lives.

But imagine a time before Roe v. Wade
Consider the reality of a time when abortions were only available through dangerous and illegal means.

When they'd pick up scared scared women on the corner and they'd
Before legal abortion, women were often subjected to horrendous circumstances that endangered their lives and well-being.

Blindfold them and put them in a car
Women in need of abortions were often taken without their consent, blindfolded and moved without any knowledge of their destination.

Drive round in circles til they didn't know where they were
Abortion providers went to great lengths to avoid detection and prosecution, even going as far as to disorient their clients to avoid discovery.

And they'd take them to a room where some sleazy man
Illegal abortion providers were often unqualified and unscrupulous individuals who did not have the necessary medical training or licensing.

Would say hey I'm a doctor and he'd put his hands on her
Unlicensed, fraudulent or inexperienced abortion providers would often endanger women's lives and health by performing the procedure without adequate knowledge or skill.

And say honey if you don't have all the money it's ok
Women in need of abortion were susceptible to being exploited and abused by unscrupulous providers for financial gain.

You can suck my dick
Abortion providers would often use coercion and threats to force women to perform sexual favors or pay exorbitant fees for abortions, an immoral and illegal practice.

And there's a history unknown
The history of the struggle for reproductive rights is often overlooked and underrepresented in mainstream narratives.

In 1969 the women of Chicago rose and said we're not gonna take this
Women have been fighting for their reproductive rights for decades, often at great personal risk and expense.

They didn't take it to the courts they didn't picket in the street
Direct action has been a powerful tool in advocating for reproductive rights, as it bypasses the traditional legal and political channels that often fail women and marginalized communities.

They knew direct action was the only way choice is free.
Those fighting for reproductive rights understand that their freedom is dependent on direct action and taking agency to reclaim their own control over their bodies and lives.

They set up a clinic an abortion clinic
Women have taken matters into their own hands by establishing safe and accessible abortion clinics, free from the constraints of patriarchal and capitalist medical institutions.

And no one was turned away just because they couldn't pay
These clinics ensure that abortion is accessible to all, regardless of their financial situation.

They performed over 11,000 abortions with kindness and compassion
These clinics provide vital healthcare services with ethical considerations at the forefront, prioritizing the well-being and autonomy of their clients.

They were just housewives and mothers
Those who advocate and provide for reproductive rights come from all walks of life and social backgrounds. They are parents, caregivers, and members of their communities.

They were just students
Those fighting for reproductive rights are often young and passionate, driven by the belief that everyone has the right to make decisions about their own bodies and futures.

There were no hospitals there were no doctors there were no nurses
Women have been pushed to create their own communities of care and support, often outside of traditional medical institutions that do not prioritize their autonomy and well-being.

And there were no men
The fight for reproductive rights has always been led by women, who have been systematically excluded and marginalized from decision-making processes and power structures.

And nobody died, nobody died, nobody died
Abortion is a safe and necessary medical procedure, and those who seek it out should not be subjected to dangerous and life-threatening conditions.

How's that for demystified
Challenging myths and stereotypes around reproductive rights is crucial in advocating for the autonomy and well-being of those seeking the procedure.

And with or without the legal right we're not really free
Legal protections for reproductive rights are necessary but not sufficient for ensuring true freedom and autonomy for those seeking the procedure.

Cuz the capitalist medical industry will never take care of you or me
The medical industry, driven by profit and greed, often prioritizes financial gain over the actual health and well-being of its patients.

And the patriarchic medical industry will never take care of you or me
Patriarchal systems are embedded in medical institutions, perpetuating inequality and mistreatment of women, people of color and marginalized communities.

And the abortion industry is just legalized brutality
The term 'abortion industry' is often used to stigmatize and demonize those who provide and advocate for reproductive rights, despite the fact that their services are safe, necessary, and ethical.

Power taken, knowledge withheld
The struggle for reproductive rights is often shaped by systemic power imbalances and inequalities, where those in positions of power seek to silence, control, and limit the agency of those most marginalized and oppressed.

A medical mystery upheld by science and little white men in little white coats
Medical institutions are often shrouded in secrecy and mystification, with knowledge and decision-making power concentrated in the hands of a privileged few who benefit from the marginalization of women and minorities.

So we can't leave this to the doctors we can't leave this to the lawyers
The fight for reproductive rights is not solely about legal or medical protections, but about creating a culture of empowerment and autonomy for those seeking the procedure.

We can't leave this to the Christians we can't leave this to the president
Religious and political leaders often seek to strip women of their reproductive freedoms, using patriarchal systems of power to control and dictate the choices of others.

If we don't decide the circumstances of our own lives
The right to choose is fundamental to human agency and freedom, allowing individuals to determine their own futures and destinies.

Then choice is just choosing to let someone else decide
Without reproductive rights, individuals are left to the arbitrary and oppressive decision-making of others who do not understand or prioritize their needs and autonomy.