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A 75-year-old woman named Paulette Harlow was sentenced to two years in prison for praying outside an abortion clinic in Washington
Article:
https://apnews.com/article/fact-check-paulette-harlow-abortion-clinic-praying-prison-839402959778
Why Troubling News:
The narrative surrounding Paulette Harlow's conviction to 2 years in prison is incorrect. Many believe she was being convicted for praying outside this clinic, when in reality she used physical force and obstruction to create a blockade at the clinic. Paulette is being charged for 2 felonies: taking part in the blockade of the Washington Surgi-Clinic and felony conspiracy against civil rights and violating the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act. This is concerning as many people are using this fake news to fuel their hatred towards the justice system and their belief of the unfair ruling against Donald Trump. While it is valid to be concerned about our current justice system, people must make sure the media they are reading is accurate.
I agree that this is misinformation. The article title is usually what sticks with people, and this title is incredibly dramatic for what actually went down. She obstructed healthcare and was charged …Read MoreI agree that this is misinformation. The article title is usually what sticks with people, and this title is incredibly dramatic for what actually went down. She obstructed healthcare and was charged with 2 felonies. Had she been merely praying outside the abortion clinic, she would not have been charged. Good find. Read Less