Hey John, 

This past weekend marked 49 years since Roe v. Wade guaranteed the legal right to abortion. Sadly, with all that hangs in the balance, this could be the last anniversary. That’s why we’re calling on Congress to pass proactive abortion legislation now.

ICYMI: The Supreme Court will rule on Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health this year. The case involves Mississippi’s total ban on abortions after 15 weeks. If the Court allows the ban to stand, it could virtually end the right to abortion.

Since the Court first recognized our constitutional right to abortion care, anti-abortion groups and lawmakers across the country are making it harder for everyone to access care. Our abortion rights are on the line. But our lawmakers can take action now to protect it and go beyond Roe. 

But the fight to protect Roe isn’t just about abortion. If the Court overturns Roe, our other rights and liberties like marriage equality are at serious risk. These attacks on our abortion access and other civil liberties most harm communities already marginalized by our economic and health care systems.

I’ve never lived without Roe, and I don’t think any of us should. Tell policymakers to safeguard, expand, and ensure abortion rights and access.

In solidarity, 

Tymoni Correa-Buntley
Digital Media Associate
Generation Progress

P.S. We recently partnered with We Testify to highlight five abortion stories that show we need to increase access. Check it out!