Mifepristone and misoprostol, the two primary drugs used for medication abortions, will be considered Schedule IV drugs, putting them on par with potentially addictive prescription drugs. bit.ly/450lRO6

“Elected leaders have decided to just hop us up on fear and anger,” Republican strategist Sarah Longwell said at our recent DC event. Longwell’s work with focus groups illuminates the state of our electorate. Watch her full interview: 19thne.ws/dcpeyttw

Democrats and Republicans keep colliding over contraception
Access to contraception is broadly popular, but an interview with former President Donald Trump this week drew attention to his party’s reluctance to protect it. 19thnews.org/2024/05/right-… via 19thnews

Access to contraception is broadly popular, but an interview with former President Donald Trump this week drew attention to his party’s reluctance to protect it. bit.ly/3yyLitO

Barriers to child care kept an estimated 66,000 Montanans from fully engaging in the workforce in 2023. Families, providers, policymakers and higher education are searching for a solution.

From Montana Free Press & Open Campus: bit.ly/4bLA97T

Thanks to the 19th and my amazing former Post colleague Terri Rupar for partnering!

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Resolution introductions aren’t always super interesting, but the story behind the #DisCoRepro Day resolution being introduced today is. My latest 19thnews. 19thnews.org/2024/05/house-…

Why a president’s definition of masculinity matters.

'It’s not just about the men they are appealing to — it’s about women and LGBTQ+ people who are impacted by that definition.” Jawn Staley 🐴🤠🇺🇸🍑' latest column.

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The new Disability Reproductive Equity Act marks a new chapter in disability history, where more organizations are willing to work together on reproductive rights and justice issues. bit.ly/4bPwvt7

Trump is well known for publicly bullying his political rivals, but the former president’s campaign has also used similar tactics to launch private, relentless attacks against some of its own workers.

From ProPublica: bit.ly/3yEx4Yg

The 19th sat down with Milan this Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to speak about writing, family history and what she wants people to know this election year. bit.ly/4aChz0i

Nikki Haley, who criticized former President Donald Trump on the campaign trail, said Wednesday that she plans to vote for Trump in November — but stopped short of wholeheartedly endorsing his candidacy. bit.ly/3UTYyAJ

I have SO been looking forward to this episode. Talked to my dear colleague Shefali Luthra about her NEW book “Undue Burden” and her coverage of a Post-Roe America. Listen to our conversation wherever you get your podcasts 🎙️

The Louisiana House of Representatives voted Thursday to reclassify mifepristone and misoprostol, drugs used to treat miscarriages, as “controlled substances”. Louisiana lawmakers are likely one vote away from defining the drugs as dangerous. bit.ly/4aqX9aE

It’s not just about the men they are appealing to — it’s about women and LGBTQ+ people who are impacted by that definition. bit.ly/3yrTGvg

Fani Willis, who has spoken recently about political attacks against her, will face a Republican attorney in the November election. bit.ly/4dObdxP

Post-Roe discussion has mostly focused on policy but Shefali Luthra’s new book “Undue Burden” shifts focus to the people impacted.

On the latest episode of The Amendment podcast, Luthra chats with Jawn Staley 🐴🤠🇺🇸🍑 about her work.

Listen wherever you get podcasts. 19thne.ws/am15x