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Elizabeth Warren’s Abortion Rights Plan Aims To Protect Choice, But Relies Heavily On Congress
The 2020 Democratic presidential primary kicks into high gear later this week as 20 candidates head to Michigan to take part in the race’s second debate. Hosted by CNN, the latest Democratic primary debate will…
As more states restrict abortion, others put out the welcome mat for women
Some states and cities have a message for women seeking abortions who live in places where it is becoming increasingly restricted: We’re here for you. New York City and Illinois — spurred by a slew…
Amid the Bans, Abortion Advocates Are Winning Key State Victories
Despite the terrifying start to 2019 for abortion providers and their patients, June brought an unprecedented wave of wins as states like Illinois, Maine, Nevada and Vermont struck down antiquated laws and enacted new, historic protections…
Maine Just Taught Us a Bold Lesson on Abortion Rights
Three generations of women have lived under the oppressive Hyde Amendment, which bans insurance from covering abortion for people enrolled in Medicaid.
Why Women Getting Abortions Now Are More Likely to Be Poor
GRANITE CITY, IL. — Abortion access in America is narrowing. There are fewer clinics, longer drives and more restrictions earlier in pregnancy. But something else is different: The women themselves. Women getting abortions today are…
Maine Expands Access to Abortion
While abortion bans in Republican-led states dominated headlines in recent weeks, a handful of other states have expanded abortion access. Maine joined those ranks in June with two new laws ― one requires all insurance…
