Sunday News Round-Up – 40 Years of Roe Edition

This week marks the 40th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision. That means that Blog for Choice Day 2013 is coming up on Tuesday, this year with the theme of having writers share their own personal stories of why they’re pro-choice. I expect to put a post up in observance, and I also have something on Marsha Blackburn and Republican attempts to defund Planned Parenthood for tomorrow. Today’s Sunday News Round-Up theme will also be abortion. Here’s the most recent abortion surveillance data from the CDC, using 2009 data. True facts: 60% of women who have abortions are already mothers. More on who has abortions in the United States, from Guttmacher: Want to help low income women obtain abortions? Fund one through an abortion fund. Here’s the National Network of Abortion Funds, where you can find out more. Across the country: Here are some events marking the anniversary. The Trust Women campaign also has several events listed. Individual organizations may also have events listed where you are. Future healthcare providers may want to check out Medical Students for Choice and Nursing Students for Choice. Abortion 101: What to Know Before You Go – How much time you need to set aside for the initial appointment-making phone call, paying, and what to expect. Corresponding with the anniversary, the National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health is launching the Yo Te Apoyo campaign, and also has video of one of their folks talking about Roe 2...
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