Video - Brazil's Abortion Laws: A Complex History

Did you know that in 1940, Brazil was the first country in Latin America to legalize abortion for cases of rape or when the mother's life is at risk? However, in 2012, Brazil's Supreme Court ruled that abortions could not be performed in cases of anencephaly, a condition where the fetus's brain does not develop. This decision sparked a nationwide debate on women's reproductive rights and the role of the government in regulating abortion. What are your thoughts on this controversial topic? Let us know in the comments below!