This week on C-SPAN's Lectures and History podcast, a discussion on abortion and reproductive rights.

University of California Davis Law Professor Mary Ziegler discusses the history of abortion and contraception laws in the United States.

Hang tight, class starts right after this.

Hi, I'm Tammy, and joining me today is Paul as we celebrate 45 years of C-SPAN's unblinking eye on the Democratic process.

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