John,

For decades, extreme religious conservatives have tried relentlessly to overturn Roe v. Wade and prevent women from accessing critical reproductive health care — and now, their efforts have come to fruition.

Last night, news broke that the Supreme Court has indeed drafted an opinion that will overturn Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, two landmark decisions protecting access to abortion care across the country.

The authenticity of the leaked opinion is not disputed; it seems to just be a question of when the Supreme Court will make it official. That means we are days or perhaps hours away from the revocation of federal rights that have protected women for the past half century. This will have devastating consequences for all women, but especially disadvantaged and poor women in conservative states where abortion is about to become unsafe, illegal, and inaccessible.

I am outraged, and you should be, too.

Not only will this be a terrible infringement on women’s rights, it will put many women’s lives in danger. Some might choose to get an unsafe abortion. Some might continue with a risky pregnancy. Millions of women would be left without access to critical health care services.

For those of you who are afraid, know this: abortion is still legal, it is still a right, and it is still available here in California.

And to my colleagues in Congress: This is not the end of our fight.

The clock is ticking and we must act NOW to protect the rights of women. Click here to add your name to our petition demanding federal legislation protecting access to abortions.

On this dark day in the history of the pro-choice movement, we need to stand strong for women’s reproductive rights and do everything in our power to protect them.

Thank you,

Jared

 

Congressman Jared Huffman represents California's 2nd District, which spans from the Golden Gate Bridge north to the Oregon border. As a Democratic leader, Jared is committed to protecting our environment, fighting for access to affordable healthcare and equality for all Americans. Click here to support Jared's campaign with a contribution today, or sign on to become a sustaining supporter by making a monthly contribution.