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11 LGBTQ-owned businesses that are changing the world
Queer entrepreneurship is more than a calling. It's been an essential survival tactic for the LGBTQ community.<p>One in four LGBTQ people report experiencing employment discrimination in the last five years, while transgender people have twice the unemployment rate of non-trans people. In 28 states, …
LGBTQThalia Cassuto Remembers When Birth Control Became Legal. She's Fighting To Keep It That Way.
The 86-year-old is lobbying Congress on the anniversary of a landmark Supreme Court case on contraception.<p>NEW YORK ― Thalia Cassuto, 86, remembers when birth control was banned in some states.<p>She can still picture herself in 1955, 25 years old and walking up the stairs of a Planned Parenthood …
Rights & FreedomsComey, Russia, Health Care … What Trump Voters Think Now
As part of a regular series, OZY profiles some of those who voted for Trump, asking them why they backed him, how they think he is doing, what they …
PoliticsKC Royals Struck Out With Planned Parenthood Over Pro-Life Advertiser
In 2015, the Kansas City Royals won the hearts of America after their long awaited victory in the World Series.<p>However, there's one company you …
Rights & FreedomsWhy Access to Planned Parenthood is Vital and Must be Protected
In 2007, Amanda Ream - from Coatesville, Pennsylvania - was uninsured, recently diagnosed with a chronic, painful bladder issue, and in graduate school at Widener University in Chester when she turned to Planned Parenthood for her health care. She could not get health insurance because of her …
Rights & FreedomsAs the GOP attacks on birth control increase, a new paper demonstrates its economic value
Birth control is a reliable investment in our long-term prosperity. Why do Republicans keep attacking it?<p>The war on contraception has moved from the political fringe to the mainstream of the Republican Party, a process that got a boost when one of the most avid anti-choicers in a party full of …
Republicans10 things to know about Mike Pence's policies and beliefs — and how he acted on them over the years.
Vice President Mike Pence has sought to establish himself as a steady hand in the White House, even as President Donald Trump's administration remained embroiled in successive crises since the inauguration in January.<p>Largely opting for low-key public appearances and meetings both domestically and …
Rights & Freedoms'Mom' Janney pays a visit and donates to Planned Parenthood
NEW YORK (AP) — Allison Janney, star of "Mom," and Gemma Baker, a creator and executive producer of the hit CBS sitcom, paid a visit on Tuesday to Planned Parenthood president Cecile Richards.<p>They came to deliver a check for $250,000, a tidy sum they said would otherwise have been spent on a …
Women's NewsBirth Control In Texas: Nurx App Delivers To Women In 'Contraceptive Desert'
Texas is in desperate need of accessible birth control. The Washington Post reported one out of every four Texas family planning clinics closed or …
PregnancyCostliest Congressional Race In History Sees First Debate
Georgia's 6th Congressional District in the suburbs north of Atlanta was once held by former Speaker Newt Gingrich. Its most recent occupant, HHS Secretary Tom Price, resigned to join President Trump's Cabinet.<p>Both Republicans and Democrats see the June 20 special election to replace Price as a …
Karen HandelHandel, Ossoff dance around Trump in Georgia House race debate
<b>(CNN) —</b> Nationally, Georgia's closely watched special election for a seat in Congress -- already the most expensive House race in history -- is all about President Donald Trump.<p>But you wouldn't know it watching Democrat Jon Ossoff and Republican Karen Handel debate for the first time Tuesday night …
PoliticsPlanned Parenthood uses Mike Pence’s birthday to fundraise
Vice President Mike Pence celebrated his 58th birthday Wednesday, and Planned Parenthood marked the occasion with a fundraising pitch.<p>In a tweet, the lobbying arm of the nation’s largest abortion provider urged supporters to make a donation to Planned Parenthood in Pence’s name.<p>“Mike Pence has …
Rights & FreedomsSt. Vincent doles out advice about confidence on The Rookie Podcast
<i>Photo by Heather Kaplan</i><p>Recently, Annie Clark, aka St. Vincent, joined <i>Rookie</i> founder Tavi Gevinson on The Rookie Podcast. Clark participated in the …
MusicTexas Isn't Doing Anything About Its High Rate of Pregnancy-Related Deaths
Texas lawmakers are in the news for failing to address the shockingly high number of women who die due to pregnancy and childbirth complications in …
PregnancySouth Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Kevin Bryant accused of anti-abortion political maneuvering
COLUMBIA — Moves made by the two Republican men in the highest governmental seats in the state to ensure that no tax money is used to provide …
Rights & FreedomsDelaware protects abortion rights, efforts stall elsewhere
As the battle over abortion rights continues to spread from Washington to state capitals, Delaware lawmakers have taken the lead in ensuring that …
Rights & FreedomsWhy Do Pro-Choice Liberals Say People Should Be Able To Do Whatever They Want With Their Bodies But Then Get Mad When I Circumcise Myself In A Coinstar Machine?
“My body, my choice.” This is the rallying cry of pro-choice liberals everywhere, who argue that women should have total freedom over what happens to …
HumorRaf Simons wins both top fashion honors at CFDA awards
NEW YORK (AP) — Designer Raf Simons of Calvin Klein scored a rare double win at fashion's glittery awards ceremony on Monday, winning both womenswear and menswear honors at the annual Council of Fashion Designers of America awards.<p>The ceremony, hosted by Seth Meyers, had an activist bent this year, …
FashionGov wants assurance no federal grants go to abortion clinics
South Carolina's governor and lieutenant governor are taking aim at annual cancer screenings, health care visits and contraceptives provided by …
Rights & FreedomsMen really do get less sexist when they have daughters, according to a study
It can be irritating when you hear men claim that they’re a feminist because of how they think of their mothers, daughters, and sisters. The problem …
Women's NewsHonorees Gloria Steinem, Cecile Richards and Janelle Monae Turned Last Night's CFDA Awards into a Political Rally
Among the biggest events on the fashion calendar is the CDFA Awards, where fashion's brightest stars get all dolled up to celebrate the industry. This year, however, things were shook up when the honorees, author and icon Gloria Steinem, president of Planned Parenthood Cecile Richards and …
FeminismWonder Women: How Gloria Steinem, Cecile Richards, and Janelle Monáe Accepted Their CFDA Board of Directors’ Tribute Awards
<i>The CFDA Awards honor the best and brightest in the fashion industry. It is a celebration of creativity and collaboration, and this year, it’s also a celebration of female empowerment. At a time when the future seems uncertain and we are in the midst of political and social crises, women are</i> …
FashionValerie Jarrett: Why the Senate must prioritize women
<b>(CNN) —</b> Once again, women's health is in the crosshairs.<p>The budget unveiled by the White House last month adds insult to the injury of the GOP health bill passed earlier by the House of Representatives, which the Congressional Budget Office says will lead to 23 million more uninsured Americans and …
OpinionChatting Up the Stars on the CFDA’s Not-So-Red Carpet
The catchy phrase <i>du jour</i>, “woke” was a theme at the 16th annual CFDA Awards, held at the Hammerstein Ballroom Monday night, as the seemingly sub-zero …
FashionPlanned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky names new leader
Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky has named a successor to replace its retiring, long-time president.<p>The nonprofit women's health services …
Rights & FreedomsHistorian On Wonder Woman's Origin Story And Ties To Feminism
The film "Wonder Woman" took in over $100 million at the box office in its first weekend, the biggest opening ever for a female director.
Women's NewsMIXER TURNS 10: A Benefit for Planned Parenthood
We are thrilled to present, alongside Riverhead Books, VIDA, and Shoe Market, “MIXER TURNS 10: A benefit for Planned Parenthood.” This Wednesday, …
Pro-choice MovementThis Is What Will REALLY Happen If Planned Parenthood Is Defunded
We're breaking it down by the numbers.<p>A hot-button topic for years, the funding of Planned Parenthood is now back in the news thanks to health-care bills currently making their way through the House and Senate. Supporters of defunding claim it would save taxpayers money and that tax dollars should …
Rights & FreedomsWomen-Only Screening Of 'Wonder Woman' Raises Money For Planned Parenthood
<b>NEW YORK (CBSNewYork)</b> — Female “Wonder Woman” fans enjoyed a special screening of the new movie Sunday, but there were no boys allowed.<p>While there …
New York CityCFDA Awards 2017 Red Carpet: Activism Took Center Stage at the Oscars of Fashion
Honorees included Gloria Steinem and Planned Parenthood president Cecile Richards, who said, "It's become cool to be for women's rights, and that's …
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