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South Carolina Bill Would Subject Those Obtaining Abortions to Death Penalty
Critics say the bill is vague enough that it could punish those who have miscarriages or other complications as well.
Anti-Abortion Laws Were Written to Confuse the Public — and They’re Working
Millions of adults are unsure if abortion pills and Plan B are legal where they live. Advocates say that’s a GOP tactic.
State Legislatures Are Now Targeting Health Care for Transgender Adults
Legislators in at least seven states have prefiled bills that would restrict or even criminalize gender affirming care.
South Carolina Supreme Court Permanently Blocks State’s Abortion Ban
The decision means patients can receive legal abortion care until up to 22 weeks of pregnancy.
Biden Wants to Block Presidential Primary Challenge From the Left Ahead of 2024
The 2024 Democratic presidential candidate should be chosen by voters, not imposed by the DNC.
Workers Sue Starbucks After Company Accused Them of Kidnapping Their Manager
Workers say they’ve experienced emotional distress over the accusation, which was dismissed by police.
South Carolina Shows Abortion Rights Activists Can Make Progress in Red States
South Carolina's Supreme Court stopped enforcement of a law banning abortion after the sixth week of pregnancy.
Starbucks Union Scores First Unanimous Win in the South
The store was the first in the South to vote unanimously in favor of unionizing, according to Starbucks Workers United.
Meadows, Who Pushed Right-Wing Myths of Voter Fraud, Registered in 3 States
Meadows, the former chief of staff for former President Donald Trump, is still registered to vote in two states.
South Carolina Lawmakers Propose Fines or Prison Time for Asking Vaccine Status
The bill could have far-reaching consequences beyond employer rules, one labor law attorney in the state suggested.