Abortion Access Mapped by Congressional District ArticleApr 21, 2024 Abortion Access Mapped by Congressional District Who is the typical woman of reproductive age in each congressional district? What is her income? What is her demographic profile? Does she live in poverty? How far must she travel to get an abortion? A new Center for American Progress analysis answers these questions and more for the districts of the 118th Congress (January 2023–January 2025). Apr 21, 2024 Sara Estep
CAP Changemakers: The Intersectionality of Black Maternal Health Care and Abortion Access VideoApr 17, 2024 CAP Changemakers: The Intersectionality of Black Maternal Health Care and Abortion Access This conversation with Sabrina Talukder and Dr. Jamila K. Taylor highlights the vital intersection of Black maternal health care and abortion access, advocating for equitable policies and dignified care for marginalized communities. Apr 17, 2024 Sabrina Talukder, Jamila Taylor, Toni Pandolfo, 3 More Olivia Mowry, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage
5 Connections Between Attacks on Abortion Care and Transgender Medical Care in Idaho Court Cases ArticleApr 17, 2024 5 Connections Between Attacks on Abortion Care and Transgender Medical Care in Idaho Court Cases Two court cases originating in Idaho—Idaho v. United States and Poe v. Labrador—reveal five connections between attacks on abortion care and transgender medical care and highlight how the politicization of the judiciary is fueling the politicization of medicine. Apr 17, 2024 Sabrina Talukder, Cait Smith
Emergency Abortion Care Under Threat in Idaho v. United States: The Medical Providers Perspective Past EventApr 9, 2024 Emergency Abortion Care Under Threat in Idaho v. United States: The Medical Providers Perspective Join the Center for American Progress and physician storytellers from Idaho and other rural states to discuss how the criminalization of abortion care, the future of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), and the interference of the U.S. Supreme Court in their daily medical practice has changed their personal and professional lives. Apr 9, 2024
Idaho v. United States: The Dangers of Criminalizing Abortion Care VideoApr 4, 2024 Idaho v. United States: The Dangers of Criminalizing Abortion Care Four medical professionals detail how their personal and professional lives are directly affected by the far-reaching consequences of Idaho v. United States. Apr 4, 2024 Sabrina Talukder, Toni Pandolfo, Olivia Mowry, 2 More Kayla-Ajanae Archer-Buckley, Hai-Lam Phan
2 Things You Need To Know About the Alabama IVF Ruling VideoMar 22, 2024 2 Things You Need To Know About the Alabama IVF Ruling The Alabama in vitro fertilization (IVF) ruling did not happen in a vacuum; the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade set the foundation for attacks on all forms of reproductive care, including IVF. Mar 22, 2024 Sabrina Talukder, Hai-Lam Phan, Olivia Mowry
The FDA’s Decisions on Mifepristone Have Advanced the Safety of Medication Abortion ArticleMar 20, 2024 The FDA’s Decisions on Mifepristone Have Advanced the Safety of Medication Abortion The U.S. Supreme Court is preparing to hear Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. Food and Drug Administration, an unprecedented case on medication abortion that threatens to roll back years of scientific progress by undermining FDA decisions that have repeatedly affirmed and enhanced the safety of mifepristone. Mar 20, 2024 Kierra B. Jones
Playbook for the Advancement of Women in the Economy ReportMar 14, 2024 Playbook for the Advancement of Women in the Economy This collection of policy recommendations reveals how policymakers can grow the economy by centering the changes that women need in their economic platforms. Mar 14, 2024 Rose Khattar, Sara Estep
How the Alabama IVF Ruling Is Connected to Upcoming Supreme Court Cases on Abortion ArticleMar 11, 2024 How the Alabama IVF Ruling Is Connected to Upcoming Supreme Court Cases on Abortion The conservative judges in the Alabama in vitro fertilization (IVF) ruling, Idaho v. United States, and Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) all issued decisions that seemingly supported their personal and political ideology over the rule of law, further fueling the politicization of medicine. Mar 11, 2024 Sabrina Talukder
Texas v. Garland: Another Attack On Women And Democracy From A Radical Judiciary In the NewsMar 4, 2024 Texas v. Garland: Another Attack On Women And Democracy From A Radical Judiciary Molly Weston Williamson writes in Talking Points Memo about a Texas judge's injunction blocking the enforcement of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. Mar 4, 2024 Talking Points Memo Molly Weston Williamson
What To Read Before the 2024 State of the Union ArticleMar 4, 2024 What To Read Before the 2024 State of the Union Democracy, the economy, and our freedoms: These are the topics expected to be spotlighted by President Joe Biden during his third State of the Union address. Mar 4, 2024 Caroline Alt, Ming Gault, Sabrina Savoie
The First Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Marks a Pivotal Moment in Birth Control Access ArticleMar 4, 2024 The First Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Marks a Pivotal Moment in Birth Control Access The first over-the-counter birth control pill will soon be available on shelves at retailers nationwide; we must ensure it is affordable and accessible to everyone. Mar 4, 2024 Kierra B. Jones
In Idaho v. United States, the Supreme Court Must Reckon With the Post-Dobbs Reality It Created ArticleFeb 26, 2024 In Idaho v. United States, the Supreme Court Must Reckon With the Post-Dobbs Reality It Created In April 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court will review Idaho v. United States, which will determine if medical providers can continue providing abortions to pregnant women experiencing dire medical conditions under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act. Feb 26, 2024 Sabrina Talukder
Rewriting the Playbook: How Women Are Powering the Economy Past EventFeb 16, 2024 Rewriting the Playbook: How Women Are Powering the Economy Please Join the Center for American Progress for the launch of the "Playbook for the Advancement of Women in the Economy." Feb 16, 2024 Navin Nayak, Sara Estep, Heather Boushey, 9 More Emily Gee, Jocelyn Frye, Emily Martin, Deborah J. Vagins, Deborah J. Vagins, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Laura Rodriguez, Sen. Tina Smith, Lael Brainard
The Supreme Court Will Review the Fate of Medication Abortion Care ArticleDec 13, 2023 The Supreme Court Will Review the Fate of Medication Abortion Care The same radical Supreme Court majority that eradicated the constitutional right to abortion will now review the approval of mifepristone. Dec 13, 2023 Sabrina Talukder
We Cannot Rely on the Supreme Court to Protect Domestic Violence Survivors In the NewsNov 10, 2023 We Cannot Rely on the Supreme Court to Protect Domestic Violence Survivors In an op-ed for DC Journal, Sabrina Talukder and Nick Wilson examine the real-life impacts of the U.S. Supreme Court’s impending decision in United States v. Rahimi. Nov 10, 2023 DC Journal Sabrina Talukder, Nick Wilson
United States v. Rahimi: CAP Stands With Survivors VideoNov 8, 2023 United States v. Rahimi: CAP Stands With Survivors Center for American Progress staff and other advocates join the rally outside the Supreme Court before oral arguments in United States v. Rahimi. Nov 8, 2023 Kierra B. Jones, Madalyn Reagan, Ashley Joo
How Ohio’s Special Election Results Will Both Protect Abortion and Affect Maternal Mortality in the State ArticleNov 8, 2023 How Ohio’s Special Election Results Will Both Protect Abortion and Affect Maternal Mortality in the State Ohio’s Issue 1 ballot initiative to codify the legal status of abortion in the state constitution affects both abortion access and maternal mortality rates. Nov 8, 2023 Sabrina Talukder, Tracy Weitz, Sara Estep, 3 More Kierra B. Jones, Amina Khalique, Isabela Salas-Betsch
Domestic Violence Survivors Need More Options for Accountability as the Supreme Court Prepares To Hear Major Gun Case ArticleNov 3, 2023 Domestic Violence Survivors Need More Options for Accountability as the Supreme Court Prepares To Hear Major Gun Case United States v. Rahimi reinforces survivors’ need for alternatives to the criminal legal system for safety, justice, and accountability. Nov 3, 2023 Sabrina Talukder, Kierra B. Jones
5 Reasons Why the Labor Market Recovery Was Historic ArticleNov 2, 2023 5 Reasons Why the Labor Market Recovery Was Historic The labor market recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic recession was much faster and equitable than recoveries following the most recent recessions. Nov 2, 2023 Rose Khattar, Lily Roberts
2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Past EventOct 25, 2023 2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Join the Center for American Progress as we celebrate 20 years of innovative policy solutions and look boldly forward to a progressive future. Oct 25, 2023
The Supreme Court Case United States v. Rahimi Underscores the Ugly Truth About Originalism and Women ArticleOct 17, 2023 The Supreme Court Case United States v. Rahimi Underscores the Ugly Truth About Originalism and Women United States v. Rahimi highlights how the U.S. Supreme Court’s adherence to originalism will fail survivors of domestic violence. Oct 17, 2023 Sabrina Talukder
Putting Health Over Profit: How Pharma Can Make Medicine More Affordable for Women ArticleOct 16, 2023 Putting Health Over Profit: How Pharma Can Make Medicine More Affordable for Women Drug companies must prioritize access to and set affordable prices for birth control and drugs that treat postpartum depression. Oct 16, 2023 Kierra B. Jones
Let’s Chat About 2 SCOTUS Cases That Affect Women VideoOct 4, 2023 Let’s Chat About 2 SCOTUS Cases That Affect Women The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to hear two cases with serious implications for women’s safety, security, and well-being, and the future of women’s rights in the United States. Oct 4, 2023 Sabrina Talukder, Kierra B. Jones, Toni Pandolfo, 1 More Hai-Lam Phan
How Supreme Court Cases on Gun Violence and Abortion Will Affect Women ArticleOct 2, 2023 How Supreme Court Cases on Gun Violence and Abortion Will Affect Women In the 2023 term, the U.S. Supreme Court is likely to hear two cases, one on gun violence and one on abortion access, that will directly and disproportionately affect women. Oct 2, 2023 Sabrina Talukder
How a Government Shutdown Would Affect Survivors of Domestic Violence ArticleSep 28, 2023 How a Government Shutdown Would Affect Survivors of Domestic Violence A government shutdown could disrupt grant funding and thus stall essential resources to help survivors of domestic violence, many of whom are women. Sep 28, 2023 Sara Estep, Becca Damante
Toolkit: Submitting Comments in Support of HHS Rule To Improve Medical Equipment Accessibility ReportSep 21, 2023 Toolkit: Submitting Comments in Support of HHS Rule To Improve Medical Equipment Accessibility This toolkit provides guidance for reproductive rights and disability rights organizations and others who seek to submit a comment on the Biden administration’s proposed rule on Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Sep 21, 2023
Te explicamos la última decisión del quinto circuito sobre la mifepristona VideoAug 24, 2023 Te explicamos la última decisión del quinto circuito sobre la mifepristona El acceso a la mifepristona permanece igual a medida que continúan los litigios. Aug 24, 2023 Sabrina Talukder, Maggie Jo Buchanan, Becca Damante, 4 More Kierra B. Jones, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Toni Pandolfo
Here’s a Rundown of the 5th Circuit’s Latest Decision on Mifepristone VideoAug 22, 2023 Here’s a Rundown of the 5th Circuit’s Latest Decision on Mifepristone Access to mifepristone remains unchanged as litigation continues to play out. Aug 22, 2023 Sabrina Talukder, Maggie Jo Buchanan, Becca Damante, 4 More Kierra B. Jones, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Toni Pandolfo
What to Know as Abortion Access Heads Back to the Supreme Court ArticleAug 17, 2023 What to Know as Abortion Access Heads Back to the Supreme Court Access to mifepristone remains unchanged for now as the U.S. Supreme Court is expected to ultimately determine approval of the medication and the independence of drug approvals in the United States. Aug 17, 2023 Maggie Jo Buchanan, Sabrina Talukder, Becca Damante, 1 More Kierra B. Jones
What To Know About Ohio’s Special Election and Abortion Access ArticleAug 3, 2023 What To Know About Ohio’s Special Election and Abortion Access On August 8, Ohio’s special election to change the threshold for approving constitutional amendments will have implications for a November 2023 ballot initiative to protect access to abortion. Aug 3, 2023 Becca Damante
Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Will Help Millions of Seniors and Improve Health Equity ArticleJul 17, 2023 Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Will Help Millions of Seniors and Improve Health Equity The Inflation Reduction Act’s Medicare drug price negotiation provision will improve access to and affordability of medications that help women, Black, Hispanic or Latino, LGBTQI+, and disabled beneficiaries. Jul 17, 2023 Gillian Tisdale, Nicole Rapfogel
8 Ways State Attorneys General Have Protected Abortion Rights Since the Fall of Roe v. Wade ArticleJul 13, 2023 8 Ways State Attorneys General Have Protected Abortion Rights Since the Fall of Roe v. Wade State attorneys general across the country should follow the example of those who have implemented measures to protect abortion access since the fall of Roe. Jul 13, 2023 Becca Damante
Getting To Know the New FAMILY Act ReportJul 12, 2023 Getting To Know the New FAMILY Act Congressional leaders recently reintroduced the leading national paid family and medical leave bill, including key updates and improvements. Jul 12, 2023 Molly Weston Williamson
McGovern-Dole Program Alleviates Hunger, Protects Democracy, and Bolsters U.S. Trade ArticleJul 11, 2023 McGovern-Dole Program Alleviates Hunger, Protects Democracy, and Bolsters U.S. Trade Every McGovern-Dole dollar spent on food is a down payment on thriving democracies and trade. Jul 11, 2023 Sarnata Reynolds
1 Year Without Roe Personal StoryJun 23, 2023 1 Year Without Roe Doctors, doulas, and nurse practitioners detail their experiences since the overturn of Roe v. Wade and their fears in the rapidly evolving legal landscape of abortion care. Jun 23, 2023
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