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A Progressive Perspective on the Democratic National Convention’s Opening Night
Get Pregnant Fast Welcome, everyone! It’s time to dive into the first night of the Democratic National Convention, and I have a feeling it’s going to be a memorable one—let’s hope for a smooth experience! As Jake Thompson from CNN checks in with reporter Mia Rivera about the Bernie Sanders protestors outside, we get a…
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Yes, the Women’s March on Washington is Still Happening
Get Pregnant Fast Despite challenges, the Women’s March on Washington is set for January 21, 2017, the day after the inauguration of the new president. Since the election, women across the country have mobilized to protest against the administration’s rhetoric, which many view as demeaning to women and minorities. While the march faced significant obstacles,…
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200 Buses Set for D.C. Inauguration Day, 1,800 for Women’s March
Get Pregnant Fast In a remarkable display of civic engagement, 1,800 buses are en route to Washington D.C. for the Women’s March, significantly outnumbering the 200 buses scheduled for Inauguration Day. According to local councilmember, Sarah Thompson, the request for bus parking permits highlights a stark contrast in attendance expectations. “While only about 200 permits…
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Women Don Handmaid’s Tale Robes in Protest Against Anti-Abortion Legislation
Get Pregnant Fast A group of women made a powerful statement this week at the Texas Senate, donning the iconic red robes and white bonnets from Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale to voice their outrage against a series of proposed anti-abortion bills. These bills, if passed, could significantly undermine women’s reproductive rights, with one bill…