Why EC=BC: Emergency Contraception is a Form of Birth Control

This year, the Back Up Your Birth Control campaign is addressing the lies head-on. Our theme is as simple as it is scientifically accurate: EC=BC. EC is a form of birth control. There is no controversy here, and the scientific and medical communities are unanimous. EC=BC.

Arizona Rep. Calls Constituent a “Baby-Killer”

My guess is he's not trying too hard to win her vote.

Governor of Alaska Denies Kids and Teens Health Care Because of His Fears of Abortion Funding

A new proposal offers to expand income eligibilty for Denali care, but only for those too young to get pregnant.

Georgia 20-Week Abortion Ban Fails

The Georgia House has decided not to approve the amended 20-week ban passed by the Senate.

Idaho Forced Ultrasound Bill Dead for 2012 — Thanks To You!

The public pressure has finally resulted in the bill officially being laid to rest for the legislative season.

I Have a Say: Cecile Richards, President of Planned Parenthood

Virginia Amendment to Require Insurance Companies to Cover Forced Ultrasounds Fails

A Virginia proposal would have mandated that insurance companies pay for forced ultrasounds now required by law.

Heading Toward Menopause, Still Caring about Abortion

I support abortion rights because I want keep my options safe and legal so I can continue running down my biological clock. All potentially child-bearing persons have the right to chart their own life course, at whatever age.

Georgia Senate Changes 20 Week Ban To Allow Exceptions For Non-Viability

Now, House Republicans have to accept the change or kill the bill.

STOKING FIRE: Extremist Anti-Choice Groups Plan Five-State Assault

Anti-choice extremists are at it again. Not to be outdone by Catholic bishops, Flip Benham’s Operation Save America has teamed up with Go Stand Speak, LifeLink, Jeremiah Cry Ministries, Personhood USA, and Repent America to make five states abortion “refuges.”