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Could the NFL actually start taking sexual violence accusations more seriously?
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Vermont is poised to make history by being the last state to make history
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‘We need your help’: Election officials ask Congress to better address harassment ahead of midterms
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Few abortion bans have fetal anomaly exceptions — even when ‘carrying a child you know is going to die’
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Kansas voters reject effort to eliminate state abortion protections
In the first abortion-related vote since Roe v. Wade was overturned, Kansans opted to protect abortion access. The state has been a major destination for people seeking abortions.
The Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade. This dashboard provides updates on the current status of abortion rights in each state.
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Kansas voters reject effort to eliminate state abortion protections
In the first abortion-related vote since Roe v. Wade was overturned, Kansans opted to protect abortion access. The state has been a major destination for people seeking abortions.
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