Outrage: U.S. Supreme Court Takes Away Constitutional Right to Safe, Legal Abortion
With Roe v. Wade overturned, the basic right to control our own bodies will disappear across much of the country
Thank You, RBG
We are heartbroken. Supreme Court Justice and gender equality hero Ruth Bader Ginsburg died on Friday, Sept. 18. As we mourn, we’re also embracing our gratitude for her service to our country.
Sept. 20, 2020
Women of Color Bear the Brunt of the Gender Wage Gap
Today is Equal Pay Day: the day that symbolizes how far into the year an average woman must work to earn what the average white man earned in the previous year. But that “average woman” doesn’t tell the whole story.
April 4, 2017
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VICTORY: Massachusetts Passes Progressive Equal Pay Legislation
In a big win for Massachusetts women and families, I’m proud to say that my state signed groundbreaking equal pay legislation into law yesterday.
Aug. 2, 2016
2 Things You Need to Know About the Gender Pay Gap: Women of Color Bear the Brunt of It, and GOP Presidential Candidates Won't Help
The gender pay gap has real-life consequences, especially for African-American and Latino women. They deal with an even wider pay disparity and are more likely to support their families on one income.
April 12, 2016
Our Favorite Moments from President Obama's Last State of the Union Address
In President Obama's final State of the Union address last night, it was clear to see that his passion for change is still on fire even after eight years. Here's what those of us in the movement for reproductive health and rights had to say about our favorite moments of the night.
Jan. 13, 2016
Quiz: How Many Days 'Til Equal Pay?
How many more work days does a woman need to make as much as a man? Take the quiz to find out.
April 14, 2015
Best and Worst of 2014: “Really?!” Moment of the Year
The Republican National Committee won this dubious distinction for claiming to support equal pay for women just weeks before a large majority of Republicans in Congress voted to block equal pay legislation.
Dec. 11, 2014
7 Favorite Moments from the President’s State of the Union
Last night, the President delivered his fifth state of the union address, outlining his policy priorities for the upcoming year and his vision for our country: Equal opportunities, fair pay, and access to health care for every American. Here are some of our favorite moments from the President’s speech:
Jan. 29, 2014
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