Women's Rights
Supreme Court Strikes Down Restrictive Abortion Law
It was the first major abortion case heard by Supreme Court since the addition of two new conservative justices.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Restrictive Abortion Law
It was the first major abortion case heard by Supreme Court since the addition of two new conservative justices.
Women's Rights
Women Disproportionately Losing Their Jobs During Coronavirus Downturn
Women of color, single mothers, and women over the age of 55 have been particularly hard hit.
Abortion Clinic Protesters Are Being Arrested for Violating Stay-At-Home Orders
In several cities across the country, anti-abortion protesters are among those testing local and state orders telling people to stay home, saying they see their actions as constitutionally protected.
Judges Take Up Abortion Bans Put in Place During Coronavirus Pandemic
Federal judges on Monday blocked Texas, Ohio, and Alabama from forcing abortion clinics to close. A day later, a federal appeals court panel temporarily reinstated the Texas limits.
‘We 100% Plan to Stay Open’: Abortion Providers Say They Will Continue Services During Pandemic
Abortion clinics across the country are continuing to offer services, which providers call essential and time sensitive.
Women Lawmakers Are Making Gains—But Only in Some State Capitols
The rise of women in state legislatures hasn’t been equally distributed across geographic and ideological divides.
Supreme Court Takes Up Abortion Again With Major Louisiana Case
The high court struck down a nearly identical law in 2016, but some say that the court’s new conservative majority could allow a Louisiana law to stand.
A Teacher Said Her Boss Wouldn't Allow Breast Milk Pumping. Now Georgia Lawmakers Are Pushing a Bill.
Federal law requires employers to provide certain accommodations for breastfeeding women, but some careers, including teachers, aren't covered.
Why Men Vote for Republicans, and Women Vote for Democrats
COMMENTARY | The gender gap is larger than ever.
States Move to Protect Anesthetized Women from Non-Consensual Pelvic Exams
The controversial practice is condemned by major medical organizations, but still legal in most states.
In Two States, Debates Over the Ethics of Paid Surrogacy
Lawmakers in New York, one of only three states where paid surrogacy is illegal, are trying to repeal their ban. Meanwhile, in South Dakota, legislators say surrogacy has led to the commercialization of children and want to prohibit it.
Equal Rights Amendment Clears First Step in Virginia, as Trump Administration Declares Effort Dead
A Justice Department opinion issued this week says the deadline for ratification has passed. Advocates say otherwise.
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