The chapter delves into various state initiatives to expand protections on abortion access, focusing on crucial states like Arizona and Florida. It emphasizes the need for nationwide change to ensure equitable access to abortion and the impact of restrictive laws on demographics and public health. The chapter also discusses concerns about future federal bans on abortion, the potential impact of Supreme Court decisions, and the importance of access to abortion medication.
Abortion will be a key issue in the election this fall and it's also the focus of two Supreme Court rulings expected later this month. This week, Kara speaks with Cecile Richards, activist and former President of Planned Parenthood, about the fight for reproductive rights in the post-Roe era, where abortion fits into the electoral landscape, the potential outcomes of the two SCOTUS rulings, and how technology is enhancing access to abortion.
On a more personal note, Cecile also talks about her recent brain cancer diagnosis and how it’s impacted her work as a lifelong activist.
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