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texas abortion ban Sept. 17, 2021

The Future of Abortion Doulas in Texas“Whatever comes next, there are people who are out here doing the work and will continue to do the work.”

As told to Jasely Molina

power Sept. 16, 2021

These Two Women Have Potential to Play Outsized Role in Virginia Abortion RightsWhat one lieutenant governor’s race previews about the politics of reproductive health care in next year’s midterm election cycle.

By Barbara Rodriguez for The 19th

abortion Sept. 8, 2021

As His Next Trick, Texas’s Governor Will ‘Eliminate Rapists’Greg Abbott doubled down on his defense of the state’s new abortion ban, which has no exception for rape or incest.

By Danielle Cohen

abortion Sept. 7, 2021

This Is the Moment Anti-Abortion Extremists Have Been Waiting ForThey’ve been officially deputized by the state of Texas to terrorize patients and providers.

By Callie Beusman

power June 2, 2021

A Student Gave an Impromptu Graduation Speech About Abortion RightsPaxton Smith delivered an impassioned critique of Texas’s extreme abortion ban.

By Olivia Evans

abortion rights May 19, 2021

Texas Just Passed One of the Most Extreme Abortion Bans YetThe bill prohibits abortions as early as six weeks into pregnancy and does not make exceptions in cases of rape or incest.

By Mia Mercado

power Mar. 10, 2021

Arkansas Just Passed a Near-Total Ban on AbortionThe law — which is blatantly unconstitutional — would make it a felony to perform an abortion. There is no exception for rape or incest.

By Bridget Read

power Aug. 13, 2020

The Devastating Impact of the COVID Abortion Ban in TexasClinics reported a surge in later abortions after the ban was lifted, and some patients had to travel hundreds of miles to neighboring states.

By Bridget Read

coronavirus Apr. 23, 2020

What’s Going on With Texas’s Coronavirus Abortion Ban?Now that the state’s ban on non-essential medical procedures has eased, abortions are available once again.

By Claire Lampen

politics Nov. 6, 2019

Abortion Is Not a Losing Issue. Yesterday’s Election Proved It.Voters in Virginia and Kentucky rebuked any idea that most Americans want Roe v. Wade overturned.

By Bridget Read

reproductive rights Oct. 28, 2019

The Fate of Missouri’s Last Abortion Clinic Will Be Decided SoonIf the clinic’s license is removed, the state would become the first without a functioning abortion clinic since Roe v. Wade.

By Marie Lodi

reproductive rights May 31, 2019

Which State Will Pass an Extreme Abortion Ban Next?Louisiana is now the eighth state to sign into law a bill banning abortion at or around six weeks.

By Madeleine Aggeler and Amanda Arnold

power May 22, 2019

Is Hollywood Really Boycotting Georgia Over the Abortion Ban?Abortion activists in the state say the protest could do more harm than good.

By Madeleine Aggeler

reproductive rights May 17, 2019

Missouri Passes Extreme Bill Outlawing Abortion at 8 WeeksIt now heads to the desk of the governor, who is expected to sign it.

By Lisa Ryan

abortion rights May 16, 2019

Abortion Is Under Attack. Misinformation Isn’t Helping.Abortion is still legal in every state. It’s crucial women know that.

By Callie Beusman

abortion rights Dec. 7, 2016

Ohio Legislature Approves Ultrastrict ‘Heartbeat Bill’ on AbortionThe bill would restrict abortions at the first sign of a fetal heartbeat, typically around six weeks into a pregnancy.

By Theresa Avila

abortion bans June 30, 2016

Indiana Judge Halts Abortion Ban The Indiana law would have banned abortions sought based on the fetus’s disability or genetic anomaly.

By Theresa Avila

shmashmortion May 19, 2015

Pro-Lifers Change Their Minds When Abortion Gets PersonalTake family-values representative Scott DesJarlais, who doesn’t support abortion unless he knows someone who needs one.

By Alex Ronan

shmashmortion May 14, 2015