❤️ Reproductive Freedom for All
❤️ Our right to reproductive freedom must be protected. Read the latest updates and join the movement to hold our leaders accountable to the people's will.
Today in ❤️ Reproductive Freedom for All, we’re featuring: November 13, 2024 news briefs, video briefs, and calls-to-action.
Across the nation, health centers continue to provide essential sexual and reproductive health services like birth control, cancer screenings, STI testing, and, where legally allowed, abortion care.
Yet, 28 million women of reproductive age are now facing severe restrictions as abortion bans take hold in their states.
These bans are costing lives. We know the names and stories of those affected, and tragically, they are just the beginning. Every day under these restrictions means more suffering, more lives impacted.
Americans are deeply anxious and fearful. Abortion is both a vital service and widely supported by the public.
Americans don’t want politicians interfering in personal health care choices.
MAGA Republicans are relentlessly attacking reproductive freedom, undermining the rights and autonomy of millions of Americans. Their harmful agenda puts personal medical decisions in the hands of politicians, stripping away essential healthcare and endangering lives. We must stand united to protect reproductive justice and preserve the rights of all people to control their own bodies.
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Reproductive Freedom for All - News Briefs - November 13, 2024
Wishful Thinking on Abortion Politics
New York Times By David Leonhardt
It was an alluring idea because it suggested that a central progressive policy goal - protecting abortion rights - doubled as a savvy political strategy. But it hasn't worked out.
Make no mistake: this Trump presidency will continue to attack abortion rights | Moira Donegan
The Guardian By Moira Donegan
Abortion rights initiatives were on the ballot in 10 states on Tuesday, and won in seven of them. One of the losers was prop 4, Florida’s abortion rights measure, which received a whopping 57% of the vote but failed to meet the state’s unusually high 60% threshold, meaning that the state’s six-week ban will remain in place. Asked about the Florida abortion rights proposition ahead of the election, Trump said that when he went to cast his ballot near Palm Beach, he would vote against it.
Should Sonia Sotomayor Retire Before January 20?
The Nation By Elie Mystal
Popular policies like student debt relief were scuttled by the Supreme Court—and even if Harris had won, the Republican court would have been a conservative bulwark against abortion rights, environmental justice, or the restoration of voting rights.
Democratic Governors Form a Group to Oppose the Trump Administration
New York Times By Reid Epstein
The group is modeled after an abortion rights organization that Ms. Spiegel helped Mr. Newsom form after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022.
‘Go to hell’: Project 2025 chief kicks Guardian reporter out of book event
The Guardian By Adam Gabbatt
Roberts, the chief architect of Project 2025, the infamous rightwing plan for Donald Trump’s presidency which would crack down on immigration, dismantle LGBTQ+ and abortion rights and diminish environmental protections, spoke briefly at the event, held in the lavish Kimberly Hotel in midtown New York
Pregnant woman files lawsuit to strike down Kentucky abortion bans
USA Today By Lucas Aulbach, Eleanor McCrary
When pregnancy turned to miscarriage, woman says Georgia's abortion laws delayed the care she needed Abortion rights supporters, critics react to Kentucky lawsuit Those who oppose abortion were quick to call the lawsuit "meritless."
Reproductive Freedom for All - Video Highlights - November 13, 2024
Looking Back: Abortion Ruling: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)
What can we do to support reproductive freedom?
Volunteer at Local Reproductive Health Clinics – Offer administrative, escort, or general support services.
Donate to Reproductive Rights Organizations – Support groups like Planned Parenthood, NARAL, and the Center for Reproductive Rights.
Engage in Digital Advocacy – Share information on social media, write blog posts, and amplify resources on reproductive rights.
Attend Rallies and Protests – Join local and national demonstrations advocating for reproductive freedom.
Support Abortion Funds – Help individuals access abortion services by donating to funds covering travel, lodging, and medical costs.
Contact Your Representatives – Urge them to support pro-choice legislation and oppose restrictions on reproductive rights.
Volunteer as a Clinic Escort – Help patients safely access clinics in areas where they may face harassment.
Educate Yourself and Others – Stay informed on reproductive justice issues and share accurate information with your community.
Participate in Voter Registration Drives – Help elect officials who will uphold reproductive rights.
Host Educational Workshops – Raise awareness on reproductive rights through events for friends, family, or community groups.
Write to Media Outlets – Submit letters to editors or opinion pieces advocating for reproductive justice.
Partner with Intersectional Organizations – Work with groups focused on healthcare, racial justice, and LGBTQ+ rights for a comprehensive approach.
Lobby for Comprehensive Sex Education – Support initiatives for inclusive and accurate sex education in schools.
Engage in Peer-to-Peer Education – Inform peers about reproductive rights and resources available in your area.
Sign and Share Petitions – Support online campaigns promoting reproductive freedom.
Support Telemedicine Abortion Services – Advocate for telehealth access for abortion medication in states with restrictions.
Distribute Information on Safe Abortion Access – Share guides on accessing reproductive health services legally and safely.
Push for Workplace Policies – Encourage your employer to offer benefits covering reproductive healthcare, including travel for out-of-state care.
Collaborate with Faith-Based Pro-Choice Groups – Partner with religious groups that support reproductive rights for a diverse movement.
Advocate for Expanded Medicaid Coverage – Support policies that increase access to reproductive healthcare for low-income individuals.
Engage Youth Activists – Empower younger generations to learn about and advocate for reproductive rights.
Stand Against Misinformation – Actively correct false information and myths about reproductive health and abortion.
Host Fundraisers for Reproductive Health Causes – Organize events to raise funds and awareness.
Support Political Candidates Championing Reproductive Rights – Mobilize your community to back pro-choice candidates at all levels of government.
What is the Women’s Health Protection Act (WHPA) ?
The Women's Health Protection Act (WHPA) has been introduced into Congress and will protect a woman's health, ability to make her own decisions, and constitutional rights.
Despite its popularity among most Americans, the Women's Health Protection Act passed in 2021 in the House of Representatives under Democratic Nancy Pelosi's leadership but failed to advance in the Senate due to a Republican blockade.
Click here to view the bill and see how your member of Congress voted.
People Power United’s Statement on Reproductive Freedom for All
People Power United declares that MAGA Republicans are relentlessly attacking reproductive freedom, undermining the rights and autonomy of millions of Americans. Their harmful agenda puts personal medical decisions in the hands of politicians, stripping away essential healthcare and endangering lives.
In response to recent MAGA shenanigans to harm Americans, People Power United - a progressive grassroots group - issued the following statement:
“We must stand united to protect reproductive justice and preserve the rights of all people to control their own bodies. There is no power like that of the people, and People Power United stands ready to protect our communities against any and all injustices,” said Laurie Woodward García of People Power United.
People Power United will continue to oppose such harm to our community and champion civil rights for all.
Join us to build People Power! Together, we can protect and empower those we love, champion our rights, freedoms, and democracy, hold our leaders accountable to the people's will, and inspire voters to make a meaningful difference.
Laurie Woodward Garcia (paid with hugs and kisses, not bought by special interests)
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