Apr
14
The greatest nation on earth nearly had to turn off the lights last week. Please take note of the reason. It wasn’t because of terrorism. It wasn’t the aftermath of a tsunami or an earthquake. And it certainly was not — despite some claims — because of a financial crisis. No. The most powerful nation on the planet nearly went out of business because a few fringe members of Congress wanted to show off their spite for Planned Parenthood. The sideshow seemed finished Friday night, when President Obama and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid stood firm for women’s health and the House leadership folded a losing hand.
Cecile Richards: Holding Women’s Health Hostage: The Sequel (via standupforwomen)
(via standupforwomen)