In a debate highlighting stark ideological differences, abortion became the central issue between Tim Walz and J.D. Vance. Walz firmly asserted that reproductive rights are fundamental human rights, while Vance advocated for a state-by-state approach, arguing that different regions should set their own rules. However, Walz’s passionate stance made one thing clear: a woman’s right […]
Reproductive justice takes center stage at the DNC
As abortion remains a critical concern for voters across the country, the DNC seized this opportunity to prove that abortion rights are a cornerstone of Kamala Harris’s platform. “It was abortion that made a huge difference in race after race [in 2022],” noted Celinda Lake, president of Lake Research Partners, a top Democratic polling firm. […]
Governor Tim Walz: A Champion for the ERA and Reproductive Justice
The Feminist Majority is thrilled with Vice President Harris’ choice of Gov. Tim Walz for her running mate. As a longtime supporter of the Equal Rights Amendment and reproductive rights, Walz is the type of leader we need, and deserve, as Vice President. Walz’s career is a testament to his commitment to gender equality and […]
An Anti-Abortion Agenda: If Trump Gets Elected, Women Will Be Affected
Donald Trump is the likely candidate for the 2024 Republican Presidential nominee. But what would another Trump presidency look like for women? An Anti-Abortion Agenda A potential Trump administration could have far-reaching impacts on abortion restrictions across the nation. Ever since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the fight for reproductive healthcare has become […]
Ohio woman’s miscarriage leads to potential indictment
Brittany Watts, a 34-year-old woman from Ohio, is now at the center of a controversial legal battle, facing potential indictment for a fifth-degree felony of “abuse of a corpse” after miscarrying a nonviable fetus at home. Watts’ arrest in October 2023 has sent shockwaves through the reproductive rights movement, raising questions about the implications of […]
New Year, New Laws on Gender and Abortion
As we celebrate the beginning of 2024, many states are kicking off the new year with new laws going into effect, many focused on gender and abortion rights. There was a record-breaking number of anti-LGBTQ legislation introduced by Republican state legislators in 2023, with the American Civil Liberties Union recording at least 508 bills targeting […]
The Future of Abortion Access: Supreme Court Takes on Mifepristone Regulations
On Dec. 13th, the Supreme Court decided to take up the case, Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. FDA, regarding mifepristone, a widely used abortion pill, and its accessibility. The issue centers around a lower court decision challenging recent FDA changes allowing telemedicine appointments and mail prescriptions for the drug. The Supreme Court will hear the […]
Texas woman sues the state for the right to an abortion
Source: Guttmacher Institute The Center for Reproductive Rights has been representing Kate Cox in an emergency lawsuit asking for a temporary restraining order on Texas abortion bans in order to terminate her pregnancy. The morning of December 7th, a judge granted their request to allow Cox access to the reproductive healthcare that she needs, without fear of […]
Abortion activists look to 2024 to continue their winning streak
As Ohio became the 7th state in a row to protect reproductive rights, abortion activists are already gearing up for a significant challenge in 2024 – putting abortion rights on the ballot once again. Organizers are working in at least nine states to continue this momentum and enshrine abortion protections in state constitutions. The potential […]
Abortion Drives November Elections
Photo by Element5 Digital on Unsplash Early this morning, abortion rights supporters had plenty to celebrate. The results of this November’s elections could have lasting implications for conversations and policy around access to reproductive healthcare. The outcomes also suggest a transformed political landscape in the wake of SCOTUS overturning Roe v. Wade, even in states […]