Becoming a Mother Made Me Pro-Choice
On the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, when our reproductive rights are under attack more than ever, this writer makes a graphic case for why lawmakers need to back the hell off.
Reproductive Rights
Has Abortion Been Cast Out to Sea?
“Vessel,” a new, must-see documentary, introduces activist Dr. Rebecca Gomperts, who has found a unique way to provide safe, legal abortions for those without access.
Five Awful Things Congress Will Likely Do to Women This Year
They’ve only been back in session less than a week, but the GOP-run House and Senate have come out, guns-a-blazing, ready to destroy what’s left of our reproductive rights.
Meet the Lying Liars Responsible for Chipping Away at Roe v. Wade
These 14 "experts" have been making junk-scientific claims about abortion, according to a new RH Reality Check report. And Congress and voters are taking them at their word.
What Happened to “Abortion On Demand Without Apology”?
In her new book, "PRO: Reclaiming Abortion Rights," Katha Pollitt says the pro-choice movement has become too apologetic and defensive. And it’s a losing proposition.
White Privilege? Yes. But That’s Not the Point
Same-sex couple Cramblett and Zinkon carefully planned their family. But the sperm bank’s error changed those plans in ways they’ve admitted they’re ill-equipped to handle.
They’re Closing the Abortion Clinics in the Name of God
An abortion made this former Hasidic woman pro-choice. Now living in Texas, where only 7 clinics remain, she’s able to shed light on what it feels like to believe your body is not your own.
I Am More Than OK With Not “Having It All”
Our dog-loving columnist was ambivalent about having children for years. Until she got a chihuahua and realized she wasn’t.
Are We Just Here to Serve As Human Incubators?
A young, pregnant, suicidal rape victim in Ireland who sought an abortion was forced to go to term—and deliver by C-section. And this isn't even the worst of it.