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poland restricts abortion
WARSAW -- Poland is moving to restrict abortion. Although in many ways the popular movement in Poland is a progressive force against Soviet imperialism, the heavy influence of the Catholic Church is having an anti-woman impact.
Two Catholic organizations in Poland, "Joy of Life" and "Pro Life", have been conducting an active anti-abortion campaign since February 1980. Abortion was legalized in Poland in 1958, and abortions have been performed under safe conditions in all hospitals. The anti-abortionists are now taking advantage of the resurgence of Catholic activism. Both groups have received considerable support from the Polish Church hierarchy.
The two groups have asked for substantial limits on access to abortion. Their requests came at an opportune...