Abortion

In 53 Seconds, Utah Legislature Rushes to Strip Women of Rights

Jodi Jacobson

The Salt Lake Tribune reports that the Utah Senate debated only 53 seconds yesterday--International Women's Day--before passing a bill to strip women of their rights.

Idaho Debates Ultrasound Mandate, Joins “Don’t Say Ultrasound” Brigade

Robin Marty

Obviously, there's a memo going out telling lawmakers to not say the "u" word.

2012 Expected To Be Just As Big A Year For Anti-Abortion Laws As 2011

Robin Marty

Thought 2011 was the most restrictive year ever for reproductive rights?  Here comes 2012.

A Legislative Showdown Over Abortion in Kansas May Cost KU Med School Its Accreditation, and More

Kari Ann Rinker

The most sweeping anti-choice bill in the nation, a 68 page monstrosity currently being considered by the Kansas House Federal and State Affairs Committee, is about to become the center of showdown over the legitimacy of Kansas University Medical School programs.

Arizona Senate Passes Bill To Allow Doctors Lie To Women Without Consequence If It Prevents Abortion

Robin Marty

Much like a similar law passed in Oklahoma, the Arizona version would completely destroy any faith in the doctor-patient relationship.

Limbaugh is Sorry for Calling Fluke a “Slut,” But Why Were We ALL Sorry, Too?

This week’s back-and-forth over Rush Limbaugh’s use of the words “slut” and “prostitute” illustrates our deep discomfort with women’s sexuality.

Georgia Senate Passes Abortion Ban In State Insurance Plan to “Make a Statement”

Robin Marty

The bill's sponsor says it won't stop any abortions, but pushed the legislation anyway.

Anti-Choice Fundamentalists May Strip University Of Kansas Medical School of Accreditation and Put Women at Risk

Robin Marty

The state's lawmakers would rather see the school suffer than allow physicians to be trained in abortion care.

As Women Rally, Doctor Speaks Out Against Forced Ultrasound Bill in Alabama

Andy Kopsa

This morning women headed to Montgomery, Alabama to protest the forced ultrasound bill making it's way through the statehouse.  Although the bill's sponsor, Senator Clay Scofield is reportedly backing off the bill that would require trans-vaginal ultrasound prior to a legal abortion, a rally against SB12 is on for today.

On International Women’s Day, Let’s Celebrate Our Success – Not Dismantle It

Latanya Mapp Frett

Politics should not stand in the way of women’s access to family planning.  Investing in women’s health leads to a healthier, more prosperous society — this is the legacy we should be exporting. On International Women’s Day, let’s celebrate our success, not try to dismantle it.