Opinion | Kamala Harris failed to get what women really wanted
4 months, 1 week ago

Opinion | Kamala Harris failed to get what women really wanted

Firstpost  

It is finally time to reiterate that Kamala Harris was wrong to assume that abortion rights was the prime issue for all women — the one plank that would rally 50 per cent of the population behind her. Harris kept highlighting the Supreme Court’s 2022 Dobbs decision — putting abortion legislation back in the states’ jurisdiction, overturning the tenuous federal Roe V Wade judgement — as a ‘ban’. The day before the elections, most ‘liberal’ news outlets put out the narrative that Harris had a ‘double digit advantage’ among “over-65” women voters who were “breaking for her by a two-to-one margin”. Elsewhere, another pollster before election day said Harris showed a clear lead with women, and that among undecided voters Trump’s agenda on women’s rights was the main gripe. Already some Democrat commentators are denouncing white women voters for not supporting Harris in key states despite her strong push for their reproductive rights, but that party would be better off examining whether it is time to stop adhering to stereotypes of what “modern” American women are really concerned about, regardless of gender and race.

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‘Kamala Harris is Hindu by name, not by action’: US leader's big charge
4 months, 1 week ago

‘Kamala Harris is Hindu by name, not by action’: US leader's big charge

Hindustan Times  

US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, and her policies “oppose Indian interests” despite her Hindu background and Indian heritage, alleged US industrialist and founder of the Republican Hindu Coalition Shalabh Kumar. Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a concession speech after the 2024 presidential election at Howard University In an interview with ANI, Kumar said that Harris supports …

Sexism, campaign errors, media malpractice: Why Kamala Harris lost, according to readers
4 months, 1 week ago

Sexism, campaign errors, media malpractice: Why Kamala Harris lost, according to readers

LA Times  

To the editor: I have faced the reality that Donald Trump will be president for the next four years. With the economy rebounding well after COVID-19, I would like to offer another reason why Vice President Kamala Harris lost. More than two weeks before the election, I wrote Harris’ campaign to say that she couldn’t win the election based on …

Beyond abortion rights: Why did Kamala Harris lose women’s votes?
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4 months, 1 week ago

Beyond abortion rights: Why did Kamala Harris lose women’s votes?

Al Jazeera  

The number of American women voting Democratic declines after Joe Biden’s election to the presidency. Donald Trump’s defeat of Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 United States presidential election has signalled women’s rights – specifically the right to an abortion – was less of a key issue than expected for voters. The Harris campaign made much of Trump’s stance …

Gender mattered: America rejects woman candidate, again
4 months, 1 week ago

Gender mattered: America rejects woman candidate, again

Hindustan Times  

Washington: “I believe men and women are equal. When you need to intimidate a foreign leader and project strength, you want a man,” Rebecca, a White woman in her early 30s, said, while chatting with a group of elderly women supporters of Kamala Harris, at a park in Bethlehem in northeastern Pennsylvania at the end of October. The fact that …

The gender gap and abortion took center stage with voters
4 months, 1 week ago

The gender gap and abortion took center stage with voters

NPR  

The gender gap and abortion took center stage with voters The gender gap took center stage in this year’s election: Vice President Harris attempted to woo women voters by emphasizing the party’s commitment to reproductive freedom, while former President Donald Trump focused his efforts on getting men to vote. Sponsor Message Meanwhile, Harris may have struggled to recruit female voters …

The Case for Kamala Harris Boils Down to a Simple Thing
4 months, 1 week ago

The Case for Kamala Harris Boils Down to a Simple Thing

Slate  

On Tuesday, Americans will again cast our ballots for a woman who might be president. It’s easy to pick the Clinton campaign apart and argue over what she did wrong or how she was wronged It’s much more devastating to look at this election between that same vulgar reality-TV host and a different woman who seems to be correcting for …

Indian American Women's Voting Preferences Influenced by Abortion Rights
4 months, 1 week ago

Indian American Women's Voting Preferences Influenced by Abortion Rights

The Hindu  

The Indian American community is showing a strong inclination towards supporting candidates who advocate for reproductive rights in the upcoming US presidential election. The abortion rights issue is emerging as a significant factor that is influencing Indian American women’s voting preferences. Women are showing a clear preference for candidates who support reproductive rights, indicating that this is an important issue …

Bracing for MAGA's backlash: The strategy behind secret Kamala Harris voters is safety
4 months, 1 week ago

Bracing for MAGA's backlash: The strategy behind secret Kamala Harris voters is safety

Salon  

When it comes to political bait, it was the tastiest sort: a cheeky ad run by Vote Common Good, and voiced by Julia Roberts, reminding women that they don't have to tell their husbands if they vote for Vice President Kamala Harris. Charlie Kirk of Turning Point USA obsessed about this, claiming Harris could only win by "the largest mass …

Kamala Harris's Indian Roots: A Key Factor in US-India Relations
4 months, 1 week ago

Kamala Harris's Indian Roots: A Key Factor in US-India Relations

India TV News  

Kamala Harris's election victory could have significant implications for US-India relations. While she has limited engagement with India's affairs, her victory could strengthen the bilateral partnership by highlighting her Indian heritage and promoting a shared sense of purpose. Her election could also lead to increased attention to the Indo-Pacific region and the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD), which is focused on …

Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump race reaches climax in US election campaign increasingly marked by fear and vitriol
4 months, 1 week ago

Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump race reaches climax in US election campaign increasingly marked by fear and vitriol

ABC  

With election day upon us, it's worth remembering what that means for Americans. Four years ago, many of his critics thought they'd seen the last of Republican nominee Donald Trump when he reluctantly left the White House in 2020, defeated and twice impeached. Walz, the governor of Minnesota, had been plucked from relative obscurity to become Harris's VP-pick, in large …

Indian American Women's Voting Preferences Influenced by Abortion Rights
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4 months, 1 week ago

Indian American Women's Voting Preferences Influenced by Abortion Rights

ABP News  

Indian American women are showing a strong inclination towards supporting candidates who advocate for reproductive rights in the upcoming US presidential election. The issue is a top-tier policy issue for them, with 67% of Indian American women planning to vote for Kamala Harris, while 53% of men plan to vote for her.

The Abortion Battle: Will Reproductive Rights Decide the Next Election?
4 months, 1 week ago

The Abortion Battle: Will Reproductive Rights Decide the Next Election?

Firstpost  

The upcoming presidential election has significant implications for abortion rights in the United States. With the Supreme Court overturning Roe vs Wade, the issue has become a key factor in determining the outcome of the election. Abortion rights are a highly contentious issue, with both candidates offering their own positions on the matter. While the Democrats have pledged to protect …

Kamala Harris has a 'serious women problem' on her hands with two days to go to the presidential election
4 months, 1 week ago

Kamala Harris has a 'serious women problem' on her hands with two days to go to the presidential election

Daily Mail  

Kamala Harris has a new 'serious problem' on her hands with just two days to the presidential election. Female voters on both sides of the aisle were turned off by misogynistic comments made by top Harris campaign surrogate Mark Cuban last week saying Donald Trump does not surround himself with 'intelligent women.' The ad, produced by Vote Common Good, a …

Harris's Abortion Push: Turning Out Women Voters Could Decide the Election
4 months, 1 week ago

Harris's Abortion Push: Turning Out Women Voters Could Decide the Election

Live Mint  

The article focuses on the efforts of Kamala Harris and Michelle Obama to attract women voters in the final days of the presidential election. It highlights the importance of getting women to the polls, especially among younger, college educated, and suburban women. The article also explores the challenges Harris faces in convincing women to support her, given the political landscape …

Harris: Trump's 'Protect Women' Comment Sparks Outrage
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Harris: Trump's 'Protect Women' Comment Sparks Outrage

New Indian Express  

Kamala Harris has expressed her outrage over Donald Trump's comment that he would protect women whether they like it or not. She believes that this comment is offensive to everyone and that Trump does not respect the freedom of women or the intelligence of women to make their own decisions about their own lives.

Harris Slams Trump for Women's Rights, Sparking Debate in US Elections
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Harris Slams Trump for Women's Rights, Sparking Debate in US Elections

Firstpost  

Vice President Kamala Harris slams former President Donald Trump for his statement that he would protect women ‘whether they like it or not’. The Democratic presidential nominee insisted that his remarks showed that he does not understand women’s agency, their authority, their right and their ability to make decisions about their own lives, including their own bodies.

High Stakes Abortion Ballot Initiatives Could Decide Who Takes the White House
4 months, 2 weeks ago

High Stakes Abortion Ballot Initiatives Could Decide Who Takes the White House

India Today  

The upcoming US presidential election could be decided by the outcome of several abortion-related ballot measures in 10 states. The issue is a key issue in many states, with voters considering whether to protect reproductive rights or restrict them. The high level of support for pro-choice measures in battleground states like Arizona and Nevada suggests that abortion could be a …

Harris and Trump Lock in Abortion Battle: A Midterm Showdown
55 years, 2 months ago

Harris and Trump Lock in Abortion Battle: A Midterm Showdown

CNN  

The 2024 presidential election is a key issue for abortion and reproductive rights. Vice President Kamala Harris has been a vocal advocate for reproductive rights, highlighting cases where women have been unable to access abortion due to rape or miscarriage. She argues that abortion bans hurt women by limiting their access to healthcare and economic opportunities. Former President Donald Trump …

"Did everyone hear what he said?": Harris slams Trump promise to protect women against their wishes
4 months, 2 weeks ago

"Did everyone hear what he said?": Harris slams Trump promise to protect women against their wishes

Salon  

Vice President Kamala Harris laid into Donald Trump’s promise to be a “protector” of women “whether they like it or not” on Thursday. In the story Trump shared, the unnamed aides tried to move Trump away from invoking protection of women, saying that people might find it "inappropriate" given his personal history and his hand in rolling back reproductive rights. …

Indian-American Voters Show Unmatched Support for Kamala Harris in Crucial Battleground States
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian-American Voters Show Unmatched Support for Kamala Harris in Crucial Battleground States

India Today  

Indian-American voters show strong support for Kamala Harris over Donald Trump in the US presidential election. A sizeable number of Indian Americans are expected to play a significant role in determining the outcome of the race, with a significant portion planning to vote for Harris. The election results will have significant implications for the Indian-American community and the broader political …

Indian-American Vote: A Shifting Landscape
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian-American Vote: A Shifting Landscape

Firstpost  

The Indian-American vote is showing signs of change ahead of the 2024 US election. While 61 per cent still back Kamala Harris, a notable 31 per cent plan to vote for Donald Trump, up from 22 per cent in 2020. The ‘2024 Indian-American Attitudes Survey’ also highlights a gender gap, with younger Indian-American men leaning more Republican read more.

Harris pushing abortion rights as the winning issue in campaign's final stretch
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Harris pushing abortion rights as the winning issue in campaign's final stretch

Salon  

Last Friday, an estimated 30,000 people gathered in Houston's Shell Energy Stadium to support Kamala Harris as her historic presidential campaign entered its final days. “Let us be clear: If Donald Trump wins again, he will ban abortion nationwide.” Pop music superstar Beyoncé put in an appearance to endorse Harris, telling the crowd she wasn’t there as a celebrity but …

Harris Takes Aim at Trump, Calls Out Abortion Ban
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Harris Takes Aim at Trump, Calls Out Abortion Ban

Live Mint  

Vice President Kamala Harris addressed the 2024 US election during a rally in Michigan. She focused on abortion rights, criticizing former President Donald Trump's stance on the overturning of Roe v. Wade and emphasizing the dire consequences of restrictive abortion laws. Harris also addressed the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict and the issue of maternal healthcare due to restrictive abortion laws.

Beyonce joins Kamala Harris at Texas rally for abortion rights
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Beyonce joins Kamala Harris at Texas rally for abortion rights

The Telegraph  

Beyonce has appeared at a Texas abortion rights rally to campaign for Kamala Harris, claiming the vice president can bring “unity” to the US. The Single Ladies singer urged voters to “sing a new song” because “the old notes of discord, despair, no longer resonate” - apparently a reference to Donald Trump, whom she did not mention by name. Ms …

Trump and Harris are deadlocked with 48% each in latest poll
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump and Harris are deadlocked with 48% each in latest poll

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Please try again later {{ /verifyErrors }} Kamala …

Harris and Beyonce Team Up to Rally Against Texas Abortion Ban
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Harris and Beyonce Team Up to Rally Against Texas Abortion Ban

India Today  

Vice President Kamala Harris will team up with Beyoncé for a rally in Texas to highlight the medical dangers of the state's strict abortion ban and put the blame squarely on Donald Trump. The rally will feature women who have nearly died from sepsis and other pregnancy complications due to the restrictions, as well as a message from Harris urging …

Beyoncé delivers a speech backing Harris, emphasizing abortion rights
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Beyoncé delivers a speech backing Harris, emphasizing abortion rights

LA Times  

Beyoncé, right, and Kelly Rowland on stage at a campaign event for Kamala Harris in Houston on Friday night. Harris noted that Texas officials are suing for the right to demand the private healthcare records of women who leave the state for abortion care in other states, and said, “Simply put, they are out of their minds.” Before Harris spoke, …

Harris and Beyoncé to Rally in Texas to Highlight Abortion Ban's Impact
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Harris and Beyoncé to Rally in Texas to Highlight Abortion Ban's Impact

New Indian Express  

Vice President Kamala Harris and Beyoncé will team up for a rally in Texas to highlight the detrimental medical consequences of the state's strict abortion ban. The rally aims to register far beyond Texas in the politically contested battleground states, where Harris is seeking support for her presidential bid.

Texas Woman's Heartbreaking Story: A Tale of Loss and Abortion Restrictions
Trending News
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Texas Woman's Heartbreaking Story: A Tale of Loss and Abortion Restrictions

India Today  

A new series of Kamala Harris campaign ads highlights the precarious medical care for women since the fall of Roe v Wade. One ad features a Texas woman who miscarried and developed sepsis, a life-threatening pregnancy complication, due to denied abortion care. Another ad focuses on the emotional struggles faced by a Black woman whose pregnancy was complicated by a …

Kamala Harris To Campaign In Texas, Highlight State's Abortion Ban
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Kamala Harris To Campaign In Texas, Highlight State's Abortion Ban

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Vice President Kamala Harris will visit Texas on Friday for an attention-grabbing campaign event highlighting reproductive freedom in the final weeks of the 2024 presidential campaign. The Democratic presidential nominee will speak at an event in Houston alongside Texas women who have had to navigate the state’s abortion ban, according to a senior Harris campaign official. “And …

Kamala Harris's Indian Roots Could Shape US-India Relations
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Kamala Harris's Indian Roots Could Shape US-India Relations

Live Mint  

The potential Kamala Harris presidency could have significant implications for India. As the first woman president, she could carry forward the Biden administration's firm stance against Russian war in Ukraine and efforts to curb Chinese influence in Asia. This could lead to a closer relationship between the two nations, with a focus on areas like AI, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure. …

Bryan Cranston endorses Kamala Harris for president with powerful abortion speech
5 months ago

Bryan Cranston endorses Kamala Harris for president with powerful abortion speech

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Breaking Bad star Bryan Cranston has publicly endorsed Kamala Harris to …

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris desperately want to win Arizona — and women could hold the key to victory
5 months ago

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris desperately want to win Arizona — and women could hold the key to victory

ABC  

Knocking on doors in the brutally hot Arizona desert in the name of reproductive rights isn't something Lesley Chavez could have imagined herself doing as a teenager. It means when voters have their say on who they want to be president, they'll also be asked whether the state's constitution should be changed to enshrine a "fundamental right" to abortion. Arizona …

Americans are more likely to see Harris’ gender as a hurdle than they were for Clinton: AP-NORC poll
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Americans are more likely to see Harris’ gender as a hurdle than they were for Clinton: AP-NORC poll

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Americans are more likely to believe that being a woman will hurt Kamala Harris ' chances in the November election, compared with eight years ago when Hillary Clinton was running. About 3 in 10 Democratic men thought Clinton’s gender would hurt her “somewhat” or “a lot” prior to her loss to Trump. “I would say this country doesn’t …

Trump vows to be a "protector" of women despite having been found liable for sexual assault
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump vows to be a "protector" of women despite having been found liable for sexual assault

Salon  

"You will be protected, and I will be your protector," Donald Trump assured women at a rally Monday, seeking to boost his appeal among female voters after boasting of his responsibility for overturning Roe v. Wade, being found liable for sexual abuse and convicted of covering up hush money paid to an adult film star after allegedly cheating on his …

Kamala Harris Gives First Speech Focused On Abortion Rights As Dem Nominee
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Kamala Harris Gives First Speech Focused On Abortion Rights As Dem Nominee

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday delivered a powerful speech on abortion rights — her first address to focus solely on reproductive rights and the dire landscape for pregnant people in a post-Roe v. Wade world since she became the Democratic presidential nominee. Harris spoke at a rally in Atlanta, where she was surrounded by supporters holding …

Harris Speaks To Family Of Woman Who Died Under Abortion Ban
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Harris Speaks To Family Of Woman Who Died Under Abortion Ban

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday addressed the family of a young woman who died in what a ProPublica investigation revealed was a preventable death resulting from Georgia’s ultra-restrictive abortion law. “This story is a story that is, sadly, not the only story of what has been happening since these bans have taken place,” Harris told the …

Why Kamala Harris-Donald Trump debate won’t decide presidential election
6 months ago

Why Kamala Harris-Donald Trump debate won’t decide presidential election

Firstpost  

US voters, including Indian-Americans, have already decided for whom they will vote on key issues like the economy Former US President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris at the presidential debate. There were around 4.8 million Indian-Americans as of 2022, accounting for 20 per cent of America’s Asian-American population, according to 2020 US Census Bureau data. Indian-Americans and 2024 …

Kamala Harris gives abortion rights advocates the debate answer they’ve longed for in Philadelphia
6 months ago

Kamala Harris gives abortion rights advocates the debate answer they’ve longed for in Philadelphia

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — When President Joe Biden gave bumbling remarks about abortion on the debate stage this summer, it was widely viewed as a missed opportunity — a failure, even — on a powerful and motivating issue for Democrats at the ballot box. The difference was stark, then, on Tuesday night, when Vice President Kamala Harris gave a forceful defense of …

Kamala Harris faces down Trump in angry exchange as debate turns to abortion
6 months ago

Kamala Harris faces down Trump in angry exchange as debate turns to abortion

Raw Story  

When the debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris turned to the subject of abortion, Harris stared down Trump and bluntly laid out the consequences of his policies on women's rights and health. "Donald Trump hand-selected three members of the Supreme Court with the intention that they would undo Roe v. Wade, and that's what they've …

Kamala Harris gives abortion rights advocates the debate answer they've longed for in Philadelphia
6 months ago

Kamala Harris gives abortion rights advocates the debate answer they've longed for in Philadelphia

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: When President Joe Biden gave bumbling remarks about abortion on the debate stage this summer, it was widely viewed as a missed opportunity — a failure, even — on a powerful and motivating issue for Democrats at the ballot box. The difference was stark, then, on Tuesday night, when Vice President Kamala Harris gave a forceful defense of abortion …

Abortion quickly emerges as a flashpoint between Harris and Trump
6 months ago

Abortion quickly emerges as a flashpoint between Harris and Trump

LA Times  

Abortion quickly emerged as a flashpoint in the first presidential debate between former President Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, the Republican falsely arguing that Democrats support killing babies after birth and the Democrat saying Trump can’t be trusted because of his dizzying statements on the matter. “It’s an execution,” Trump said, claiming that Harris, running mate Tim Walz and …

Abortion, abortion, abortion: Harris has a surefire path to knock Trump off his game
6 months ago

Abortion, abortion, abortion: Harris has a surefire path to knock Trump off his game

Salon  

All that the thing on ABC tonight will have in common with a debate is two lecterns and two people.er, ah…one person and a mental health crisis in a jacket that doesn’t have the sleeves tied behind it. There is only one preparation necessary for a “debate” with Donald Trump: provision of the vocal cords with enough throat spray to …

When abortion is on the ballot, we win: Indian-American CEO of reproductive rights advocacy group
6 months, 3 weeks ago

When abortion is on the ballot, we win: Indian-American CEO of reproductive rights advocacy group

ABP News  

Chicago, Aug 22 : Indian-American Mini Timmaraju, who is the president and CEO a reproductive rights advocacy group, on Wednesday urged US voters to elect Vice President Kamala Harris as the next president to protect women’s rights, which she said is under threat from her rival Donald Trump. “When abortion is on the ballot, we win,” said Timmaraju during her …

Kamala Harris's husband recalls 'blind date' & love story that could change history
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Kamala Harris's husband recalls 'blind date' & love story that could change history

Firstpost  

Douglas Emhoff recounted his first blind date with Kamala Harris and the awkward voicemail he left her during his speech at the Democratic National Convention. He highlighted their strong bond and blended family, expressing his belief that Harris is perfectly suited for the presidency Kamala Harris’ husband Douglas Emhoff shared his love story and recalled how he met his wife …

Kamala Harris's husband shares their love story: 'Met on a blind date in 2013'
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Kamala Harris's husband shares their love story: 'Met on a blind date in 2013'

India Today  

Kamala Harris' husband Douglas Emhoff shared his love story and recalled how he met his wife on a blind date in 2013 and left an awkward voice message for her which she plays for him every year on their wedding anniversary. We worked through the issue and, by the end of the meeting, the now happy client offered to set …

Harris wants to restore Roe. For many activists, that’s not enough.
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Harris wants to restore Roe. For many activists, that’s not enough.

Politico  

Much of the abortion-rights movement embraced Harris’ candidacy the moment it was announced — praising her record as California attorney general, senator and vice president and expressing hope that she would move beyond President Joe Biden’s often hesitant advocacy and more moderate policy positions. “I firmly believe that when Kamala Harris says and when Joe Biden says ‘restore Roe,’ that …

Opinion: Trump dangerously misunderstands how voters feel about abortion access
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Opinion: Trump dangerously misunderstands how voters feel about abortion access

LA Times  

Former President Trump said this month: “I think that abortion has become much less of an issue.” He’s wrong about that. He should be winning this election,” GOP pollster Frank Luntz said in frustration on CNBC’s “Squawk Box.” It’s not working, and Luntz is among the Republicans who blame Trump. Madrid has a three-point prescription for how Harris can win …

Why This Election Can’t Deliver What America Actually Wants on Abortion
7 months ago

Why This Election Can’t Deliver What America Actually Wants on Abortion

Slate  

We’re witnessing two equal and opposite abortion policy reactions this summer, and they both carry considerable momentum. Once touted as the indisputable road map for whatever fresh hell was to follow the reversal of Roe, Project 2025 expressly promised that “the Dobbs decision is just the beginning” and included the right-there-in-black-and-white pledges to bring back the Comstock Act, withdraw approval …

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