The 19th Explains: What six-week abortion bans really mean
Similar bans passed by other states have no legal standing, but an upcoming Supreme Court case could change that.
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Why bills to end spousal rape loopholes hit snags
Some state lawmakers have sought to make changes, but others have perpetuated rape myths in response to bills.
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UNC board's handling of Nikole Hannah-Jones' tenure could affect recruitment, equity
The board’s initial decision to give the award-winning journalist a five-year contract, not tenure, reflects a politicization of state university governance that can make it harder to bring on top faculty.
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‘I wish more Americans could see’: How two women senators secured bipartisan support for a military sexual assault bill
The senators have a bipartisan measure to put independent prosecutors, not military commanders, in charge of serious crimes.
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'It cannot be this way': What is period poverty and how to solve it
The 19th spoke to advocates and experts leading the charge to make menstrual products more accessible and break stigmas.
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Gallup finds Americans oppose transgender sports participation, challenging past polling
The polls come as states across the nation weigh bills that would prevent transgender kids from playing on sports teams that align with their gender.
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ACLU sues Arkansas over ban on gender-affirming health care
The ACLU is taking the lead on legal action against legislation that prevents doctors from providing gender-affirming care to young clients.
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The keys to fixing child care are now in the hands of states. They may not be ready for the task
Biden’s American Rescue Plan allocated $39 billion for child care — a historic infusion. But states are relying on small staffs, old systems and a short timeline to get the money out equitably.
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'The trauma keeps coming': How Black girls grapple with witnessing police violence
Experts have noticed an increase in the severity of mental health conditions among Black girls who witness police violence — like the one who witnessed George Floyd's murder.
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There are only 8 women governors. Here's how two plan to fix that.
Govs. Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico and Kate Brown of Oregon are raising money to elect more Democratic women governors. Research shows it’s one of the most underrepresented areas of government for women.