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Hi john,
Welcome back to another Abortion AF Friday, full of the abortion news and hot goss you probably have missed! Although it’s a new month, the anti-abortion shit spigots are still turning the hose on us full blast. But if we’re gonna get doused with misogyny, we wouldn’t want to be awash in it with anyone else — so brace yourself, here it comes!
We’re Drinking What Now?
The EPA is the latest government agency to apparently decide actual science and facts don’t matter, and are now recommending state testing of drinking water for… abortion pills and birth control. [[link removed]] Two forms of abortion pills and a few forms of hormonal birth control pills are now on a federal list of potential “contaminants” in the water. Don’t be fooled: this is just one of their scare tactics and completely not based on facts. To quote Sen. Wyden’s letter to the EPA Administrator, “...this is laying the groundwork for sweeping state and federal restrictions on reproductive health care.”
A meme made from stills of the TV show The Sopranos, with superimposed white text adding an interaction between the main character of the series Tony and his wife Carmela. Tony holds a cup and looks annoyed as he says: This water has abortion pills in it. Carmela responds: You like it with abortion pills. Tony clarifies: I said I like SOME abortion pills in it. [[link removed]]
Look, AAF has also been calling them out on this ridic claim FOR YEARS. [[link removed]] Care about the environment? STFU. They just passed a law that could destroy the nation's most pristine water supply with a copper mine. Fracking causes fire to pour out of our faucets. Our Secretary of HHS was swimming in a river of poop with his grandkids, and oh yeah, FLINT, MI IS STILL A THING! But sure — there’s a five-alarm “abortion in the water” fire…
Idaho? No, YOU Da Hoe!
On to something happy! Idaho has officially just gotten enough signatures for a November ballot initiative to decriminalize abortion. [[link removed]] Living under a strict abortion ban since Roe fell, pro-abort baddies Idahoans United for Women and Families mobilized to gather even MORE signatures than required because it turns out most Idahoans don’t actually want the government involved in making their healthcare decisions. IMAGINE THAT.
Idaho has experienced a real healthcare crisis since the Dobbs decision, losing nearly A THIRD of its OB-GYNs due to the harsh penalties that are currently on the books. Now we’re not doctors, mind you, but it seems like threatening physicians with up to FIVE years in prison for performing abortions is not a great provider retention strategy. Nonetheless, we can’t wait to see the “Reproductive Freedom and Privacy Act” pass!
New Feminist Buzzkills Episode: Drops TODAY!
Illustrated graphic promoting a new Feminist Buzzkills podcast episode. Bright yellow text at top left reads NEW POD THIS WEEK. On the left is an illustrated portrait of Moji Alawode-El with short natural hair and a red top. On the right is Lizz Winstead with long white hair, red glasses, and a blue and teal outfit. Both have yellow name tags below their illustrations. On the right, the Feminist Buzzkills Podcast neon-style logo is prominently displayed against a dark starry background. [[link removed]]
Your Feminist Buzzkills are back and breaking down the completely absurd Congressional hearing against the FACE Act convened by anti-abortion extremists on the House Judiciary Committee! Couldn’t stomach listening to it? WE GOTCHU! Plus, there’s a new male birth control with no side effects, and it may reverse aging, and other cool perks! Take that, ladies!
As Always, The Best Guests!
FBK’s guests are always out there doing the damn thing — like Lupe M. Rodríguez , Executive Director of the National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice! Lupe educates us all on the link between immigrant and reproductive justice, and how we can support them both.
A promotional graphic for the May 1st Feminist Buzzkills podcast episode displayed over a dark starry background with the podcast neon logo centered. On the left is a headshot of the Executive Director for the National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice, Lupe M. Rodriguez, with text noting how in the episode she’ll be discussing the intersection between reproductive justice and immigrant justice. On the right is a headshot of comedian Max Higgins, with text noting how in the episode he opens up about transitioning and his special, The Underdog. [[link removed]]
Need a laugh, too? Check out our friend Max Higgins , who shares his transition story in his new special, The Underdog, explaining how he morphed from being a straight woman to gay man IN A FLASH! You’ll laugh, you’ll laugh some more, and then you’ll laugh again because damn Max is funny, y’all.
Don’t miss this week’s episode – it’s a banger!
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Now for Some Ways You Can Fight Back!
We’re fired up and ready to go, use that energy to get out in the community and do some good!
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We can all help out in our own ways — fill out the form now and help us build up our network to support abortion!!
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Check Out Our Activist Calendar Below
Our Activist calendar is loaded with events and actions both nationally or in your community – pick your poison and get your boots on the ground!
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Not feeling like you wanna dig around a calendar? We chose a highlight just for you!
FEATURED ACTIVIST EVENTS THIS WEEK
Tennessee: Abortion Crafts Have Our Heart
Tired of the same ol’ repro merch and want to get more involved in supporting your community? GREAT — WV Free is bringing folks together to tie-dye shirts, create movement-centered designs, and connect with others for more volunteering opportunities during Dye Hard for Repro Rights on Monday, May 4th from 12pm to 4pm ET — registration link here! [[link removed]]
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It’s warming up, friends, and we can’t wait to get out into the streets with you and get shit done. We’re building the community we all need — together!
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