pregnancy prevention

Turning Attention to Pregnancy Prevention

by Cara September 2, 2008

After so much bullshit regarding Sarah Palin’s child and her daughter’s pregnancy, including smear tactics that I think would only serve to undermine the left in the end, I have to say that I’m absolutely thrilled that a major media organization is writing about McCain and Palin’s record on sexual and reproductive health. Republican John [...]

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The Link Between Teen Pregnancy and Sexual Violence

by Cara August 16, 2008

Ashley at SAFER recently linked to a fascinating piece on teen pregnancy by The Center for American Progress.  It’s one that I think everyone ought to read, because it so clearly illustrates the connection between sexual violence and “traditional” reproductive rights issues.  I’ve always felt that sexual violence is undoubtedly a reproductive justice issue, as [...]

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Anti-Choicers Are Furious Because Obama Cares About His Daughters

by Cara April 7, 2008

You’ve probably already read about Barack Obama’s statements regarding teen pregnancy and the outrage it has inspired in forced-birth proponents. Amanda has already wonderfully skewered the reaction. This is what Obama said: “When it comes specifically to HIV/AIDS, the most important prevention is education, which should include — which should include abstinence education and teaching [...]

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