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Democrats Rally to Restore Roe Protections, Address $2.5M Abortion Fund Requests

May 11, 2024, 03:00 PM

Amidst a backdrop of restrictive abortion laws in several states, Democratic leaders and lawmakers are intensifying their efforts to safeguard reproductive rights in the United States. Following the Dobbs decision, which stripped away protections and led to a national conversation on a potential abortion ban, there has been a notable increase in demand for abortion services in states like Colorado, where providers are receiving a high volume of calls from states with strict bans, such as Texas and Florida. This surge has led to a Colorado-based abortion fund anticipating $2.5 million in requests for assistance this year. Prominent Democrats, including President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, have reiterated their commitment to defending a woman's right to choose, urging Congress to restore the protections of Roe v. Wade. House Democrats have expressed a unified stance on restoring comprehensive reproductive rights and are actively pushing for federal legislation to support health centers and safeguard these services. Over 27 million women of reproductive age are now living in states with abortion bans, highlighting the urgency of this issue.