 In this Times video, the so-called procedure is mostly obscure. The word abortion is barely mentioned. Front and center are imagery and wording meant to imply that pro-lifers are kind of like Jim Crow supporters. These powerful oppressors bent on controlling women, mostly minorities, and denying them their humanity. In another example of obscuring the issue, this one from The View, actress Anne Hathaway recently tearfully explained how, quote, abortion can be another word for mercy. That's her line.