By John Q. Hosedrinker 
The FDA has approved another generic version of the abortion pill mifepristone, a routine regulatory step. This approval, announced by Evita Solutions, immediately drew criticism from anti-abortion groups and Republican politicians. Despite the FDA’s assertion of limited discretion in generic drug approvals and statements on the safety and efficacy of the drug, some conservatives have expressed concern. The approval of this additional generic version is unlikely to affect access to the drug, which is typically taken in combination with misoprostol, though access to the medication is already restricted in many states.
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FDA approves another generic abortion pill, prompting outrage from conservatives. It seems the FDA has given the green light to another generic version of the abortion pill, mifepristone, and, well, you can probably guess what happened next: a surge of conservative outrage. Honestly, it’s almost predictable at this point. The FDA’s decision, based on the fact that the generic drug is identical to the brand-name drug, a requirement under federal law, has set off the usual alarm bells.
Women get access to healthcare, and it’s almost like a switch flips in certain corners of the political landscape. Suddenly, the world is ending. The sky is falling. The very fabric of society is being torn asunder. It’s a familiar narrative, and it’s getting a bit… tiresome. The idea that our systems are working as intended should be something to celebrate, but instead, it’s met with a chorus of disapproval. It’s almost as if some people are actively looking for reasons to be upset.
The predictable reaction is always a head-scratcher. You’d think conservatives would be thrilled about something that, at its core, is a fairly straightforward matter of healthcare access. But no, it’s apparently a crisis. The party of “keep the government out of my life” seems to have a serious problem with women having control over their own bodies. The irony is almost too thick to cut through. They’re demanding the kids be born, yet they won’t support things like healthcare, education, or meal plans for them.
Even more puzzling is the sheer scope of the outrage. It’s not just this specific decision; it’s everything. Nonwhite mermaids, Puerto Ricans succeeding, female characters in video games who don’t fit a certain mold, and even the very definition of “woke” can apparently trigger this response. It’s like there’s a constant state of offense, a perpetual low hum of disapproval that permeates everything. The term “deep state” is just a coded term for “people who don’t think like we do,” and this seems to be the heart of the issue.
The hypocrisy is also pretty glaring. It’s “my body, my choice” until it’s someone else’s body, it seems. If you are so pro-life, maybe you should be more concerned about issues like child poverty or access to healthcare, but apparently, that’s not as important as controlling what women can do with their own bodies. The party’s constant outrage at virtually everything makes you wonder what they actually stand for.
Of course, we have to acknowledge the absurdity of the situation. The idea that someone would be upset because a medication is more accessible and cheaper is just mind-boggling. You’d think, especially if you’re conservative and value the free market, that cheaper drugs would be a good thing. Instead, it’s somehow a sign of moral decay. The comments often mention Trump’s influence, and his administration, the implication being that this is a betrayal of conservative values.
The response from groups like “Students for Life Action,” which described the approval as a “stain on the Trump presidency” and a sign of the “deep state” at the FDA, is just a perfect example of the narrative. It’s always the same: a knee-jerk reaction, an appeal to fear, and a complete disregard for the practical realities of healthcare. In their world, the FDA is not just doing its job; it’s an enemy to be vanquished.
Ultimately, it’s hard not to see this as a fundamental problem of control. A large number of conservatives seem to derive joy in judging and restricting the actions of others. It’s about power, not principles. It’s about maintaining a certain social order, even if that means denying basic human rights. If conservatives spent less time worrying about what other people do, the world would be a happier place.