Abortion Archives

[Photo: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker speaks on stage during an event.]

Massachusetts Governor Says He’s Pro-Choice. But He Might Not Sign a Pro-Choice Bill.

Auditi Guha

While he supported repealing antiquated anti-choice laws, Gov. Charlie Baker (R) has not come out in support of legislation that would expand access to later abortion care.

[Photo: Diane Foley speaks during a committee hearing.]

Trump Official Grilled Over Administration’s Family Planning ‘Gag Rule’

Ally Boguhn

Diane Foley, the Trump official overseeing the office in charge of Title X funding, denied that the administration's directive against abortion referrals was a "gag rule."

[Photo: Missouri Governor Mike Parson listens to a media question during a press conference.]

Here’s How Missouri’s Governor ‘Weaponized Government’ Against the State’s Last Abortion Clinic (Updated)

Dennis Carter

A former judge who has urged people to donate to a group that opposes abortion rights could have a say in whether Missouri's last abortion clinic remains open.

[Photo: Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez smiles during an interview.]

Five Ways House Democrats Are Using the Budget to Fight Anti-Choice Policy

Ally Boguhn

A budget amendment from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) would strike Hyde-like language banning the use of DOJ funds for abortion.

[Photo: Split screen image of Scott Stringer, Helen Rosenthal and Margaret Chin.]

New York Is the First City to Fund Abortion Directly. Let’s Make Sure It’s Not the Last.

Alicia Johnson

In the face of increasing attacks on abortion access throughout the country, New York City’s commitment to funding abortion sends a powerful message.

[Photo: Young girl holding father's hand]

As Fathers, We Must Commit to Dismantling the Patriarchy

Garin Marschall

White men, many of them fathers, have viciously held onto power but have not used it to make things OK for most people. It is time to dismantle that structure.

[Photo: Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin in a light blue tie, holding his hand up in a pinching gesture.]

These Corporations and Public Charities Funded the State Abortion Bans

Alex Kotch

A web of state and national groups spent millions of dollars on organizing and lobbying in the states to pass this year’s abortion bans. But where did the money come from to make this all possible?

[Photo: New born baby sleeping in a bassinet.]

Our Society’s Lack of Support for Babies With Down Syndrome Made Me More Pro-Choice Than Ever

Dakota Kim

Given proper medical and social support, I knew I would keep my fetus if it had a Down syndrome diagnosis. But I knew I personally would not be able to give that child a fair life, and that is my private choice to make.

[Photo: White supporters of the Black Lives Matter movement stand during an event.]

White Protesters Fighting Abortion Bans Must Show Up for Black Lives Matter Too

Megan Ellyia Green

White people, and white women in particular, must use the privileges we have to fight against all systems of oppression, even when we’re not directly affected.

[Photo: Dr. Warren Hern speaks during an interview.]

This Ballot Measure Could End Later Abortion Care in Colorado (Updated)

Jason Salzman

Anti-choice activists have targeted Dr. Warren Hern, a later abortion provider in Colorado, with protests and gunshots through his window.

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