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[Photo: An illustration of Sigmund Freud listening to a female patient speak. The word 'hysteria' and his notes are superimposed on the background.]

I’m Not Hysterical—but You’re Sexist

Naomi Elster

Over the years, people in power have used “hysteria” to denigrate women’s bodies.

[Photo: An illustration of black trans individuals sitting on a porch. One person braids the hair of another.]

Art Is a Tool of Resilience for Trans People

xoài phạm

I am proud to be one of ten trans artists of color who contributed to this year's Trans Day of Resilience art project, an extension of Trans Day of Remembrance.

[Photo: Hundreds of pro-choice supporters rally for abortion rights.]

Ohio Bill Creates New Felonies for ‘Abortion Murder’

Imani Gandy

HB 413 is the most restrictive bill that any state legislature has considered this year—and that's saying a lot.

[Photo: An overhead view of demonstrators, many with signs, during a disability rights non-march.]

For the First Time, Disability Rights Are a Major Campaign Issue

Robyn Powell

The notable attention from 2020 candidates, especially so early in the election season, comes as a welcome change.

[Photo: A Planned Parenthood sign hangs outside of a clinic.]

Prominent Anti-Choice Group Aided Propaganda Campaign Against Planned Parenthood

Helen Christophi

Revelations that Americans United for Life gave extensive support to an anti-choice smear campaign comes after a jury awarded Planned Parenthood over $2.2 million in damages in its civil lawsuit against the Center for Medical Progress.

[Photo: An outside view of Whole Woman's Health of South Bend.]

Despite Supreme Court Win, Texas Abortion Clinics Still Shuttered

Ashley Lopez, Kaiser Health News

Texas Republicans' omnibus anti-choice law continues to devastate abortion access in the state even after the U.S. Supreme Court struck parts of the law.

[Photo: A sad teen listens to her doctor during an appointment.]

Florida GOP’s Anti-Choice Legislation Hindered, But Not Stopped

Rachel Wells

The state's forced parental consent bill has been referred to as a “stalking horse” meant to overhaul Florida’s constitutional right to privacy, which protects access to abortion.

[Photo: President Donald Trump at swearing-in ceremony for HHS Secretary Alex Azar.]

What You Might Have Missed in the Federal Court Decision Blocking Trump’s ‘Conscience’ Rule

Sarah Stephan

The language of Judge Paul Engelmayer's ruling signals an important precedent for future cases utilizing Title VII to protect religious liberty.

Why Did a Muslim Civil Rights Group Oppose Democrats’ Plans to Confront White Nationalism?

Elizabeth Shakman Hurd & Brannon Ingram

Though compelling arguments have been made that CVE programs contribute to the marginalization and alienation of the very communities they’re meant to engage, they continue to receive significant funding from major cities, universities, and other institutions.

[Photo: Pete Buttigieg speaking with microphone in hand.]

Campaign Week in Review: Pete Buttigieg Opposes the Anti-Choice Helms Amendment

Ally Boguhn

This week, Pete Buttigieg's campaign said he backs ending the anti-choice Helms Amendment, and Sen. Kamala Harris spoke about her plan to safeguard abortion rights.

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