Sally Field Shares Abortion Story to Urge Voting

Oscar-winning actress Sally Field has shared her traumatic experience of undergoing an illegal abortion at age 17 in Tijuana, Mexico, aiming to underscore the importance of reproductive rights. In a video on Instagram, Field described how a family doctor drove her to the clinic, where she was molested during the procedure and given minimal anesthesia. Field has expressed enduring shame due to societal values from the 1950s. Her story, which she first revealed in her 2018 memoir, resonates with many women today facing restricted access to abortion in the post-Roe era. Field's account has sparked a viral response online, with many using the hashtag #wewontgoback to advocate for reproductive rights and support Vice President Kamala Harris. Field urges voters to support Harris and ballot initiatives that protect reproductive freedom in the upcoming election.