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Grace Panetta
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The next red state abortion fight is unfolding in Ohio
A group of doctors and advocates want Ohio voters to enshrine abortion rights directly into the state constitution. They’ll have to overcome aggressive Republican efforts to block it first.
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Lawmakers in blue states are linking protections for abortion and gender-affirming care
The push for “shield” bills reflects a growing recognition that the concept of bodily autonomy and the ability of doctors to make decisions with their patients links the two issues.
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Americans are divided on gender identity, pronouns and whether schools should discuss them, survey finds
An overall “unfamiliarity” with LGBTQ+ communities could be contributing to hardened views on the issues in schools and beyond, PRRI CEO Melissa Deckman said.
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Why top abortion rights groups could sit out Arizona’s key 2024 Senate race
Several progressives and advocates told The 19th that Sen. Kyrsten Sinema’s break with abortion rights groups could complicate her possible path to reelection.
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An abortion pill distributor reportedly won’t supply the drug to pharmacies in 31 states. House Democrats want answers.
A letter led by the House Democratic Women’s Caucus shared first with The 19th asks AmerisourceBergen for the full list of states where it reportedly won’t distribute mifepristone to pharmacies.
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Why child care can’t be overlooked as an issue in 2024
Biden’s efforts to invest in child care and paid leave may have largely failed, but advocates say they helped elevate the issues into a "political imperative."
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North Carolina passes 12-week abortion ban
The abortion ban, which now goes to the governor, could severely curtail already limited access in the South. And if they all vote together, Republicans could override a veto.
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Rep. Hillary Scholten wants Democrats to reclaim faith, freedom and 'compassionate conservatism'
The Michigan Democrat belongs to a Protestant denomination that’s part of a broader evangelical movement and thinks her 2022 win can be a blueprint as the share of Democrats who are Christians has dropped.
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Biden’s reelection could hinge on how much women voters trust him on the economy
Biden, as he launches his reelection bid, must convince voters to credit him for the rebound in women’s employment — and that he can achieve long-lasting progress on wage equality, leave and child care.
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The North Carolina governor’s race will be fought over abortion and LGBTQ+ rights
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, who said recently that he believes God “formed” him to fight against LGBTQ+ acceptance, is expected to announce his candidacy Saturday.