On the origins of the terms "pro-life" and "pro-choice"

Which came first, pro-choice or pro-life in print? I started a Wikipedia article on the origins of the terms pro-life and pro-choice and dug through newspapers.com, OED entries and Safire citations to trace first appearances in print. I share original research that antedates pro-life to 1970 and reassess claims about Kimmey and the framing before Roe v. Wade.

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Rolly's Take

For the curious mind that thrives on the nuances of language and societal shifts, this blog unfurls the tangled history of two provocative terms. It resonates with those who question narratives, peeling back layers to reveal the deeper threads of discourse that shape our understanding of identity and choice. Here, research isn't just academic; it's an invitation to reconsider how language molds our values and actions.