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Gag Me: The War on Women Goes Global

Barbara & Shannon Kelley | Posted 09.27.2011

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Barbara & Shannon Kelley

Surely you have heard that the Republican-controlled House of Representatives has voted to reinstate the Global Gag Rule that prevents any family planning agencies that provide information about abortion service from receiving any U.S. foreign aid.

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Health Reform Is No Place for an Abortion Fight

Rep. Lois Capps | Posted 05.25.2011

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Rep. Lois Capps

The Stupak-Pitts amendment that replaced my amendment goes well beyond the status quo. It would result in a major step backwards for women's control over their reproductive lives.

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"I Object": Tom Price Tries To Shut Down Democratic Congresswomen (VIDEO)

The Huffington Post | Lila Shapiro | Posted 05.25.2011

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On Saturday morning, a group of House Republicans -- led by Rep. Tom Price (R-Georgia) -- attempted to stop the Democratic Women's Caucus from making ...

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The Truth About the Capps Amendment

Rep. Lois Capps | Posted 05.25.2011

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Rep. Lois Capps

My amendment offers a common ground solution to a very challenging policy question -- namely how do we deal with abortion services in health reform legislation.

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Superdelegates Still Splitting Support: Clinton Picks Up Two; Obama Three

Erin Medlicott | Posted 05.25.2011

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Erin Medlicott

Reflecting recent seesawing in the race for the Democratic nomination, which seemed all but won by Obama two weeks ago, Party superdelegates, far from tipping the race, are still divided.

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