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Reproductive Rights

The First Amendment Could Provide a Fresh Legal Approach to Defending Abortion
Denial of abortion exemplifies theocratic or reactionary forces’ domination of the state, violating the First Amendment.

25 Senate Democrats Urge Biden to Use Executive Power to Protect Abortion Access
Democrats led by Sen. Elizabeth Warren are demanding that Biden do everything in his power to protect abortion rights.

Victims of Forced Sterilization in California Are Fighting for Reparations
Gaining justice for survivors of the state's abuse is not only a reproductive health issue, it’s a racial justice issue.

Weeks Before Abortion Ban, DeSantis Vetoes Millions in Birth Control Funding
DeSantis's veto is “just another example of his ongoing cruelty to Floridians,” one Planned Parenthood official said.

Missouri Rewards Taxpayers Who Donate to Anti-Abortion Crisis Pregnancy Centers
The facilities mislead abortion-seekers by pretending to offer clinical services and unbiased advice.

Most Americans Identify as “Pro-Choice” Ahead of Midterms, New Poll Finds
Fewer than two in five voters reported having anti-abortion viewpoints, the poll found.

Right-Wing Dark Money Is Coming for Reproductive Rights in Your State
Dark money has been active at the state level, stacking courts and installing attorneys general opposed to abortion.

GOP Is Already Dropping Abortion Exceptions for Rape, Incest and Risk to Life
A state lawmaker said Oklahoma’s ban didn’t go far enough because it allowed abortions in cases of ectopic pregnancy.

Overturning “Roe v. Wade” Could Also Hinder Access to IVF
Experts are worried about the future of fertility treatment amid the right-wing attack on reproductive rights.

Right-Wing Lawmakers Are Eyeing Restrictions on Contraception Like IUDs
Influential anti-abortion groups have indicated they would back legislation banning these birth control methods.