Trump is flat out lying about abortion. We won’t let him get away with it.
Shutdown Puts Politics Over Women’s Health
Late Saturday night, anti-women’s health lawmakers in the House of Representatives, showed they are willing to do whatever it takes to stop Obamacare and take away women’s access to health care, even if that includes shutting down the entire government.
Oct. 1, 2013
Planned Parenthood v. Abbott: The Fight in Texas Continues in Court
Today, Planned Parenthood Federation of America filed a lawsuit in Texas to block two harmful and unconstitutional provisions of the anti-women’s health law designed to restrict women’s health and rights in the state.
Sept. 27, 2013
Be a PP Defender
Defenders are a core group of supporters who have said they'll give their time to defend Planned Parenthood, the health services they provide, and the people who rely on them — in what just may be the fight of our lives.
A Great Week at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference
African-American women understand Planned Parenthood. They understand Planned Parenthood’s commitment to providing quality health care and eliminating health disparities; they understand Planned Parenthood’s commitment to bodily integrity and self-determination; and they understand Planned Parenthood’s vision for a world of social justice where people are able to fulfill their highest dreams. These issues are essential to African Americans.
Sept. 26, 2013
After Losing the Election with the Greatest Gender Gap, Romney Campaigns with Cuccinelli
If last November’s election taught us anything, it’s that women’s health is a good investment. Mitt Romney lost the presidential election (and Virginia) with the greatest gender gap in Gallup’s history. And now guess where he is: headlining a fundraiser, days after a new poll shows Democratic candidate Terry McAuliffe leading Virginia’s Republican gubernatorial candidate Ken Cuccinelli by a 24-point margin among women.
Sept. 25, 2013
The Fair Shot Campaign Launches to Protect Women’s Health and Economic Security
Promoting women’s health, leadership, and economic security—a pretty worthy cause right? We couldn’t agree more. That’s why yesterday we helped launch the Fair Shot Campaign—a partnership of Planned Parenthood Action Fund, the Center for American Progress, American Woman, and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
Sept. 19, 2013
How much do you know about Obamacare? Take the quiz!
Don’t know much about Obamacare? Well, you're not alone. According to two recent polls, many Americans don’t understand how the new health care law works — even when they stand to benefit.
Sept. 18, 2013
Two Celebrations in One: Hispanic Heritage Month and a One-Year Anniversary
The beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month is coincidentally also my one-year anniversary working for Planned Parenthood Federation of America as the Director of Latino Engagement and Leadership. This year has been one of discovery, self-reflection, education, and gratitude.
Sept. 17, 2013
The Des Moines Editorial Board's Message to Women's Health Opponents
The Des Moines Register’s editorial board has a message for women’s health opponents: If you don’t understand medicine, don’t try to get in the way of doctors treating their patients.
Sept. 12, 2013
Cory Booker: Standing with New Jersey Women
When it comes to women's health, the contrast in the New Jersey special senate election couldn't be clearer. Cory Booker will fight to protect women's access to preventive health services, make sure women have access to birth control with no co-pay, and support a woman's right to make her own personal and private medical decisions—without interference from politicians. His opponent, Steve Lonergan, has a long record of opposing common-sense women's health.
Sept. 10, 2013
Speak Out for Access to Birth Control
Tell the administration and your members of Congress: "Don't let my boss decide whether my birth control is covered!"
No "Gag Rule" — Speak Out Now!
Tell the administration #nogagrule! The dangerous rule is designed to block millions of people from care at Planned Parenthood health centers.
Protect Coverage for Abortion
Tell HHS to reject a proposal to push health insurance plans to drop coverage of abortion.