A proposed amendment in Ohio has sparked a debate over parental consent for abortions. While the amendment claims that it will not overturn Ohio's parental consent law, some argue that it should. The issue revolves around the right of parents to make decisions for their children and the potential dangers it could pose for young women.

Doctors who helped draft the amendment state that it was never intended to affect Ohio's parental consent laws. However, the text of the amendment suggests that pre-viability abortion restrictions can only stand if supported by evidence. This raises questions about the evidence supporting the parental consent law and whether it should be overturned.

Opponents of the parental consent law argue that people should not have the power to force their daughters to give birth. They also point out that young women who are afraid to tell their parents about their pregnancy should not be forced to take that risk. Supporters of the law, on the other hand, believe that parents should have the right to make decisions for their children, including the decision to have an abortion.

Ultimately, the voters will have the final say on the matter. It remains to be seen whether the amendment will be ratified and if it will overturn the parental consent law. The outcome of this debate could have significant implications for the rights of young women and their access to reproductive healthcare.