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Argentina Becomes First Latin American Country To Legalize Abortion

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Argentina on Wednesday became the first major country in Latin America to legalize abortion.

The country’s Senate voted by 38 in favour to 29 against with one abstention to approve a bill allowing the procedure through the 14th week of pregnancy.

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The vote bucked the traditionally strong influence of the Catholic Church in the region. The reigning Pope Francis is from Argentina.

The contentious vote followed a marathon debate that began at 4 p.m. (1900 GMT) on Tuesday.

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After the vote was announced, pro-abortion supporters burst out dancing and singing.

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