What was the u. s. supreme court's ruling in the case of roe v wade in 1973? it ruled in favor of wade, affirming the constitution protected the rights of the unborn. it ruled in favor of wade, affirming the 14th amendment does not provide grounds for an abortion. it ruled in favor of roe, affirming the 14th amendment provides the right to privacy in personal decision making. it ruled in favor of roe, affirming the 9th amendment limits the reach of the federal