News & Commentary about Reproductive Freedom

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Front view of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, which houses the U.S. Office of Management and Budget, showing the historic government building's rows of windows, ornate columns, and central staircase under a clear blue sky.

Jul 20, 2026

Federal Funding Should Support Communities, Not Political Agendas

Demonstrators holding posters advocating for reproductive freedom outside of the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C.

Jun 24, 2026

Fight for Abortion Rights Has Turned to States in Years Since Landmark Reproductive Rights Ruling

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Jan 24, 2025

The High Costs of Abortion Bans

Jan 20, 2025

“Here’s to the Work Ahead.” How I’m Honoring the Legendary Cecile Richards

Montanan volunteers for reproductive rights.

Nov 12, 2024

In Trump Country, Ballot Measures Safeguard Abortion Rights

Cecillia Wang and others standing on the front steps in front of the Supreme Court

Nov 8, 2024

We Have A Plan: Cecillia Wang and W. Kamau Bell

Voter volunteers holding voting pamphlets.

Nov 4, 2024

This Election Day, States Lead the Fight for Reproductive Freedom

Voters fill out paper ballots on election day.

Oct 17, 2024

Why the Abortion Rights Fight is About More Than Just Who Wins the White House

A graphic featuring Harris and imagery pertaining to reproductive rights.

Aug 6, 2024

How Kamala Harris Can Secure Federal Abortion Protection Once and For All

Washington DC USA - July 1, 2024 - Reporters run paper copies of the Supreme Court decision to network anchors and analysts for live TV reports.

Jul 8, 2024

The Supreme Court Ruled, What Now?