Reproductive Rights


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How Floridians Are Fighting DeSantis’ Abortion Ban

Alejandra Rondon, Latinx constituency manager at Florida Rising, the state’s largest independent political progressive organization, talked to Floricua about the ongoing efforts to give voters the power to protect women's right to choose across the state.  

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Florida Democrat Introduces Bill to Protect Abortion Seekers From Criminal Charges

Gov. Ron DeSantis claimed last week that felony criminal penalties would only apply to healthcare providers, not women, under the state's looming six-week abortion ban. Minority Leader Lauren Book is not taking his word for it.

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Florida Supreme Court Appears Poised to Uphold DeSantis’ 6-Week Abortion Ban

With five of its seven justices appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, the Florida Supreme Court could soon determine the future of reproductive freedom in the state. We spoke with the Director of Advocacy at Florida Access Network to find out more about the effects of the state's impending six-week ban.

Opill is the first ever birth control pill to be approved for over-the-counter sales. The medication will likely become available at stores and online retailers in the U.S. in early 2024. (Perrigo, via Associated Press)
First Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Gets FDA Approval

Opill is the first ever birth control pill to be approved for over-the-counter sales. The medication will likely become available at stores and online retailers in the U.S. in early 2024.