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entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Olivia Rodrigo's Reproductive Health Initiative at Concert Sparks Controversy

Abortion rights groups will no longer distribute free emergency contraceptives and condoms at Olivia Rodrigo's Guts World Tour concerts following a request from the singer's management, citing the presence of children at the shows. Despite this, National Network of Abortion Funds groups will still have a presence through Rodrigo’s Fund 4 Good initiative, with some local groups expressing disappointment at the decision. The move comes after the dispersion of Plan B and condoms at a St. Louis concert sparked nationwide attention due to Missouri’s near-total abortion ban, with some groups emphasizing the importance of providing reproductive health resources to young people.

via Rolling Stone|

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music1 year ago•2 min saved

"Olivia Rodrigo Distributes Free Contraceptives at Missouri Concert Despite Abortion Ban"

During Olivia Rodrigo's "Guts" world tour, her team partnered with local advocacy groups to distribute free emergency contraceptive pills and condoms at her St. Louis concert as part of the Fund 4 Good initiative, aiming to support reproductive health freedom. A portion of ticket sales from the tour goes to the National Network of Abortion Funds, and Rodrigo has been vocal about reproductive health care rights, particularly in response to the Supreme Court's ruling on Roe v. Wade. The move was praised by fans and advocacy groups in light of the ongoing reproductive health crisis in banned states like Missouri.

via NPR|

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politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Iowa AG stops state funding for rape victims' emergency contraceptives and abortions.

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird has halted the state's practice of paying for rape victims' abortions and emergency contraceptives, citing a review of victim services. The state is required to cover the costs of forensic exams and treatments for sexually transmitted diseases for victims of sexual assault. Iowa has previously used its victim compensation fund to cover Plan B and abortions. The decision comes as a pair of federal judges ruled almost simultaneously on the FDA's approval of mifepristone on Friday night.

via The Hill|

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