Debate on abortion a symptom of more divided America: experts

STORY: Debate on abortion a symptom of more divided America: experts DATELINE: July 13, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:53 LOCATION: Paris CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: various of people protesting against the rulingSOUNDBITE 1 (English): BEVERLY WINIKOFF, Specialist of public health in AmericaSOUNDBITE 2 (French): ALAIN LANDAU, Obstetrician and gynecologist STORYLINE: The U.S. Supreme Court released a ruling last month to strike down Roe v. Wade, which ended the constitutional protection of abortion rights for women in the nation. Abortion is arguably one of the most divisive issues across the nation due to a clash between religious beliefs and individual liberty. Some experts say, the issue of abortion has been politicized in the U.S., and the debate over it is a symptom of a more divided nation. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): BEVERLY WINIKOFF, Specialist of public health in America "I mean, it's ridiculous. It flies in the face of scientific evidence that certain situations can not remedy themselves. I think that may