Maryland became one of seven states to codify abortion rights in their constitution this week joining a wave of pro-choice vote.
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Maryland enshrines abortion rights in its constitution
Maryland voted to approve a referendum affirming the right to reproductive freedom, making what was already state law a constitutional right.
With abortion question on the ballot, Maryland voters debate reproductive rights
As Maryland questions whether reproductive rights should appear in the state constitution, advocates for and against the referendum work to sway voters.
Reproductive rights advocates urge Congress to recognize women’s economic burdens
With ever-changing laws on reproductive rights across the country, advocates are urging Congress to recognize the economic burdens women face when trying to access reproductive healthcare, especially in states where it is restricted.
Maryland Democrats defend abortion drug in brief to Supreme Court
The Justice Department on Friday filed a brief with the Supreme Court seeking to block a Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling restricting use of the drug.
In this episode of the CNS “Takeover” podcast: abortion rights
The Supreme Court’s decision on abortion rights played a key role in the midterm elections, generating higher turnout among women voters in many states and handing Republicans some surprise defeats.
Supreme Court hears arguments on Texas abortion law Monday
With a more conservative court, pro-choice and pro-life activists are closely watching this case.
Abortion bans disproportionately impact marginalized communities, activists say
A variety of abortion restrictions have been passed in 21 states, with others pending in state legislatures.
D.C. pro-choice march demands protection for women’s rights
Thousands rallied Saturday in Washington in support of reproductive rights as a response to a restrictive abortion bill passed in Texas and an upcoming Supreme Court challenge to a Mississippi law.
With eyes on Texas and Supreme Court, pro-choice advocates to march in D.C. Saturday
The rally is not a traditional Women’s March but part of a coalition effort instead, with more than 660 sister marches planned nationwide.