Tag Archives: Reproductive Rights
Twin Birth Rate Has Doubled in Last Thirty Years
The number of twin births is on the rise. The development of fertility treatments has led to an increase in multiples, and new data shows just how much the rate of twins has increased. According to a new report from … Continue reading
Filed under Family, Technology
Ohio “Heartbeat Bill” Divides Anti-Choice Movement
A rift over legal tactics has split the anti-abortion movement, with leaders facing a Tea Party-like insurrection from many grass-roots activists impatient with the pace of change. Established anti-abortion leaders like National Right to Life and Catholic bishops have pushed … Continue reading
AIDS Activists Face Opposition from Chinese Government
In anticipation of world AIDS day, activists Hu Jia and Tian Xi faced pressure from authorities for bringing attention to difficulties faced by people with AIDS in China. AIDS activist Hu Jia in June 2011 (Photo Courtesy of Radio Free … Continue reading
Filed under Health, Sick Sad World, World
Romney to Fox News: “I’m Not a Flip-Flopper”
Mitt Romney sat down Tuesday for a lengthy interview with Bret Baier of Fox News. Mr. Baier started off by asking Mr. Romney about his changes in political positions over the years. Mr. Romney disputed Mr. Baier’s list, declaring, “Well, … Continue reading
Filed under Politics
Mississippi Governor Candidates: Zygotes Are People, Too
If you live in Mississippi, you have a choice in the upcoming governor’s race: you can vote for someone who thinks that zygotes are fully human and deserve the same rights as full-grown women, or you can vote for someone … Continue reading
Filed under Law, Politics, Science Schmience, Sick Sad World, Stupid Is As Stupid Does
Parents Upset that High Schoolers Have to Learn What a Condom Is
The New York Post reported over the weekend that parts of the city public schools’ new sexual education curriculum are causing parents to blush. Starting next spring, students will be required to take a semester of sex ed in the … Continue reading
Filed under Health, Science Schmience
How to Chip Away at Abortion Rights without Making Abortion Illegal
Last week’s passage of the “Let Women Die” Act capped off a year characterized by a number of abortion restricting bills. Since Roe v. Wade has withstood decades of legal challenges, the next abortion laws won’t take on Roe v. … Continue reading
Filed under Law, National, Politics, Sick Sad World
North Carolina Sued Over “Choose Life” License Plates
North Carolina is the latest state to issue “Choose Life” license plates, and the American Civil Liberties Union is suing to stop them. The plates will cost $25, with $15 going to the Carolina Pregnancy Care Fellowship, which “exists to … Continue reading
