Feminist News Digest | Week of March 8-March 12

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PRESS RELEASE
This International Women’s Day Stand with the Women and Girls of Afghanistan [[link removed]]
On this International Women’s Day, The Feminist Majority Foundation honors Afghan women and girls in their struggle for human rights and equality. Despite the unprecedented threats and increasing assassinations of Afghan women leaders of all ages, Afghan women with much strength and courage, have continued to fight for their human rights and a future in which they are treated equally.


POLITICS | ELECTION
Georgia Senate Passes Bill to Restrict Voting Access [[link removed]]
The Republican-controlled Georgia state Senate voted Monday to pass sweeping legislation that would restrict access to voting for thousands of Georgia residents.


PRESS RELEASE
The Feminist Majority Foundation Celebrates the Passage of the American Rescue Plan [[link removed]]
“The passage of the American Rescue Plan today is a victory for women, especially women of color who have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic, and low-income and middle-class families. It is the most progressive act passed since Medicare and Social Security, slashing childhood poverty in half by giving money directly to the families that need it most."



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