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Reproductive Rights

On the Status of Women
Across the board, women believe they are living in a society that is constantly evolving. However, it is reasonable to conclude that conditions for women, not only in …

Akin Roadtrip: Our Quest to Bring Sex Education to the Man Who Invented “Legitimate Rape“
When we heard Todd Akin's remarks about legitimate rape, we knew immediately: that guy needs some accurate, evidence-based words and pictures about gender and sexuality, stat.

Why Dark Money in Politics Is Bad for Women
Supporting modest reform like the DISCLOSE Act would, in normal times, be an easy political win for Republicans.

The Bishops’ Politics: Why Are Women’s Health and Lives Subject to the Catholic Lobby?
The Catholic Church as represented by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops directly influences American politics.

A Mitt Romney Presidency Could Mean a Hostile Takeover of the Federal Courts
Romney's later judicial selections show an embrace of rigid conservatism and the benefits of political payback.