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Reproductive education and access to contraception have taken on a greater importance since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. In Vermont, sex ed is more progressive than many places in the country � though some say it’s still not enough.

Abortion has featured prominently in political debates, fliers and TV ads this campaign season. But what’s it like to hear that rhetoric as someone who’s recently had an abortion?

This November, Vermonters will vote on whether to enshrine the right to abortion in the state Constitution. The overturning of Roe v. Wade helped spur some voters to advocate for the measure, including a group of friends who hosted a bike ride to fundraise for the campaign.

Supporters of a 15-week abortion ban see it as a reasonable restriction. But abortion rights advocates say it's a proposal that fails to take into account the issues that can arise later in pregnancy.