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August 28, 2025
New Date for Allies in Action – November 6th!
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Allies in Action is shaping up to be a powerful evening of connection and purpose—and we can’t wait to share it with you!
To honor Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Jewish tradition, we have moved our event from October 2 to November 6. Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is considered the holiest day of the Jewish year. In Jewish belief, it is the final opportunity to repent before the Book of Life is sealed for the year ahead.
We are proud to honor this important cultural and religious tradition by rescheduling Allies in Action and creating space for observance.
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 6—and get ready to come together in community, solidarity, and joy as we continue the fight for reproductive justice.
We’ll see you there!
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Congratulations, Representative Finke!
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We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Representative Leigh Finke on her recent wedding! In a time when our nation continues to grapple with hate, division, and violence, moments like this remind us of the love, compassion, and resilience that define our community. Representative Finke’s joy is a celebration not just of her personal milestone, but of the enduring truth that love will always persevere.
As a Women Winning-endorsed candidate, Representative Finke embodies the strength, courage, and leadership our communities need. Her commitment to justice, equality, and inclusion continues to inspire—and her marriage is a powerful reminder of the beauty that flourishes when we lead with love.
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Woman charged with murder after using abortion pill details claims against D.A., sheriff
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A South Texas woman who was arrested on murder charges in 2022 after using medication to terminate her pregnancy has alleged new details about her case against a local sheriff and prosecutors, claiming they violated her constitutional rights.
Her Aug. 12 court filing comes as the debate over medicated abortion is heating up in Texas, with Attorney General Ken Paxton announcing a new effort to prevent the abortion pill from being mailed into Texas.
"These abortion drug organizations and radical activists are not above the law, and I have ordered the immediate end of this unlawful conduct," Paxton said Wednesday.
The case of Lizelle Gonzalez was among the first to expose the complexities of criminalizing the use of medication to end a pregnancy. Starr County, located on the southern Texas border, launched an investigation into Gonzalez after hospital staff reported to law enforcement that she had taken medication to induce an abortion when she was 19 weeks pregnant. Three months later, she was indicted and arrested.
Gonzalez spent three days in jail before her $500,000 bond was posted, and the charges were ultimately dropped.
While Texas has one of the strictest abortion bans in the country, it's not a crime for a woman to obtain or seek abortion care for herself. The state's restrictions on abortion target physicians and those who aid a woman in obtaining or seeking an abortion, whether it's surgical or induced by use of abortion drugs like mifepristone and misoprostol.
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Planned Parenthood is getting involved in the redistricting battle
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Alarmed by Republicans’ deep cuts to health care and restrictions on reproductive rights, advocates are supporting California’s effort to counter gerrymandering in Texas.
Abortion rights groups are backing California Democrats in the escalating battle to redraw congressional maps, warning that Republicans are rigging seats on the heels of deeply unpopular cuts to safety net health programs and restrictions on reproductive care.
And they worry there’s more to come, including a national abortion ban.
“You take away our freedoms, we’ll take away your seats,” said Jodi Hicks, CEO of Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, during Gov. Gavin Newsom’s pitch to adopt Democratic-leaning maps to offset President Donald Trump’s attempt to bolster GOP seats in Texas.
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📌 OutFront Minnesota Gala
* At a time when the LGBTQ+ community faces national attacks against our autonomy and ability to live our lives openly and authentically—we come together to stand up and say no. OutFront Minnesota’s gala returns to the origins of Minneapolis' queer community in the historic Gateway District as a reminder that we have seen attempts to erase us before—and they do not work.
* 📅 Thursday, September 4th | 6:00 PM
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📌 Planned Parenthood Celebrate!
* In a moment of deep challenge for Minnesota and the nation, we find strength in each other. Join us at our annual gala, Celebrate Planned Parenthood, for an unforgettable night of impact, community, and hope. Together, we’re not just holding the line—we’re building something bold for the future of reproductive freedom in Minnesota.
* 📅 Thursday, October 9th | 5:30-10:30 PM CT
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📌 WFM Leadership Celebration
* Join us on October 9 for our Leadership Celebration exploring the WFM’s 35-year legacy of research centering women, girls, and gender-expansive people to inform bold strategies!
* 📅 Thursday, October 9th | 11:00 am - 2:00 PM CT
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📌 Run As You Are: Minnesota training!
* This skills-driven, inspiration-filled experience is for both candidates ready to run and campaign managers ready to win. You’ll leave with practical tools, clear next steps, and a community to support your journey—all grounded in your values and your community.
* 📅 October 24th - 25th
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📌 Ayada Leads 10 Year Anniversary
* 🎉 Celebrate 10 years of impact with us! Join Ayada Leads for an unforgettable anniversary event—full of community, culture, and inspiration. Get your tickets now!
* 📅 Friday, September 5 | 6:00-10:00 PM CT
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📌 Abortion Access Community Resources from OurJustice
* From locating a clinic to finding childcare or transportation, we know it can be overwhelming to arrange everything necessary to access an abortion. Women Winning partner, OurJustice, has collected lists of community resources and services so that it’s easier to get the care you need.
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