Events tagged with "thirty-sixth amendment"

Historical Events tagged with "thirty-sixth amendment"

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Politics & Government

Ireland Repeals Eighth Amendment on Abortion

May 25th, 2018 6 years ago

Irish citizens voted overwhelmingly to repeal the Eighth Amendment, which severely restricted abortion access. The referendum allowed voters to decide on whether to change the constitution, with a significant majority supporting the repeal. The movement for change was fueled by numerous cases highlighting the restrictions, including high-profile cases where women's health was at risk. The outcome marked a dramatic shift in Ireland's social policy and attitudes towards women's reproductive rights.