Editorial graphic about forced C-sections from @propublica

A journalistic graphic by ProPublica featuring portraits of two women who were legally forced to undergo C-sections, using a strong text hook to drive readers to the full investigative story.

Creator: @propublica on Instagram

Video format

Carousel

Title hook

They didn't want to have C-sections. A judge would decide how they gave birth.

Verbal hook

Mentally competent patients typically have the right to choose their medical care — or refuse it. But there is one notable exception: pregnant patients.

Visual hook

The stark split-screen showing two women with serious, contemplative expressions immediately humanizes the issue, while the bold pink and white text on a black background creates dramatic, unmissable contrast.

Hook strategies

  1. curiosity-open-loops

Topics: Journalism, Women's Health, Current Events, Maternity

Concepts: Headlines

Formats: Carousel

Elements: Text Overlay, Split Screen, Graphic Overlay

Account types: Brand

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