US: 250 Years Later – Part 9: Birth Control
In 1776, birth control lived in whispered conversations, herbal remedies, and private networks of women passing knowledge from one generation to another. Two hundred and fifty years later, contraception has become more technologically sophisticated and widely available than ever before, yet questions surrounding autonomy, access, culture, and control remain deeply contested. This letter follows the long journey from secrecy and survival to choice and agency.
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