The news of the surge in US abortions reaching the highest level in over a decade, sparked by a surge in medication abortion, doesn’t come as a shock to many. The statistics provided may not accurately represent the actual number of abortions taking place due to the stockpiling of abortion medication by women in anticipation of potential bans. As someone who values women’s reproductive rights, it is disheartening to see the manipulation of data and the restrictions imposed on access to healthcare options such as abortion.
It is evident that the true reduction of abortion rates lies in ensuring access to healthcare for all, especially for marginalized groups such as poor and rural women.… Continue reading
Republicans Increasingly Reveal They Barely Know Where Babies Come From
The ignorance displayed by some Republicans when it comes to basic human biology is truly astounding. From mistaking a tampon for a contraceptive device to failing miserably to understand the intricacies of IVF, it is clear that there is a profound lack of education and critical thinking among certain members of the Republican party. When individuals in positions of power demonstrate such a fundamental misunderstanding of reproductive health, it is no wonder that harmful legislation is passed without any consideration for the real-world consequences.
One of the most egregious examples of this lack of knowledge comes from Texas Governor Greg Abbott, who struggled to answer a simple question about IVF.… Continue reading
As I sit here, reflecting on the recent news surrounding Trump’s abortion plan leak, a rush of emotions floods through me. The fact that Donald Trump has privately backed a 16-week national abortion ban, with some exceptions, is not only shocking but deeply disturbing. It seems that even within the Trump campaign, this controversial plan was met with annoyance and anger, leading to a scramble for damage control. The hypocrisy of the situation is glaring – after all the talk about “letting the states decide” and the supposed support for individual freedoms, here we are facing the stark reality of a potential nationwide restriction on abortion rights.… Continue reading
Texas attorney sentenced to 180 days in jail for drugging wife’s drinks to induce an abortion
It is with great distress and disappointment that I read about the case of Mason Herring, a Texas attorney who was recently sentenced to only 180 days in jail for drugging his wife’s drinks in an attempt to induce an abortion. This shocking story sheds light on the glaring hypocrisy and injustice that exists within the Texas legal system when it comes to matters of reproductive rights and gender inequality.
Firstly, it is important to acknowledge the gravity of Herring’s actions. By knowingly spiking his wife’s drinks with Misoprostol, a drug commonly used in medical abortions, he put both her life and the life of their unborn child at risk.… Continue reading
Milei’s party presents draft bill to repeal Argentina abortion law
Argentina is once again in the spotlight, this time with the news that Deputy José Luis Espert from Javier Milei’s party has presented a draft bill to repeal the Voluntary Interruption of Pregnancy Law, which was passed just three years ago. This bill seeks to criminalize both women who undergo abortions and those who participate in the procedure. As an individual who believes in personal freedom and the right to bodily autonomy, I find this development deeply concerning.
First and foremost, this bill is socially regressive and does nothing to help the people of Argentina.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker