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Deciding Vote

Assemblyman George Michaels made a pivotal vote on New York's abortion bill 50 years ago, altering American history and facing the consequences with his political downfall.

Deciding Vote tells the story of New York State assemblyman George Michaels, whose pivotal vote on a bill legalizing abortion changed American history. Despite facing backlash from his conservative constituents, Michaels bravely cast the tie-breaking vote that laid the groundwork for Roe v Wade. This moving film pays tribute to a forgotten act of political courage that altered the course of women's rights in America.

Info about Deciding Vote

Studio(s): Wheelhouse Creative, Steger11 Productions

Originally Released: United States, Jun 10, 2023

Production Country: United States

Genres:Short