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Roe v. Wade Anniversary Brings New Direction and Local Celebrations
Submitted by E. Ross on Thursday, 22 January 2009 – 11:31 AMNo Comment
Today marks the 36th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the landmark Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion in the United States.
And today President Barack Obama is expected to reverse at least a few of the anti-choice policies of the last eight years.
The “global gag rule” is the most likely option for reversal. It prohibits U.S. foreign aid assistance to international family planning groups that offer information on abortions.
One such group is Planned Parenthood. Cecile Richards, president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, says she’s hopeful that early action by President Obama will signal a new direction.
“It’s been eight long years in the wilderness,” said Richards. “I think for women in this country and women around the world, this is a president and administration that takes their health care needs seriously.”
Planned Parenthood of Alaska Advocates (PPAA) will celebrate women’s rights at two Roe v. Wade Birthday Bash and Pro-Choice Presidential Inauguration Parties, in Anchorage tonight and in Fairbanks tomorrow evening.
The free events include wine, food and games, with fundraising to support PPAA. RSVP required.
