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Mariel Padilla
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The complicated legacy of the 1994 crime bill
The crime bill brought about historic change with the Violence Against Women Act. But experts also told The 19th that it had seismic impacts on incarceration, policing and juvenile justice.
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Trump says he wants IVF covered and supports ‘more weeks’ of abortion access in Florida
The Republican presidential nominee didn’t provide details, but his comments on IVF and response to questions on a Florida ballot measure could further alienate anti-abortion leaders in the GOP.
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No, you're not watching 'Scandal,' it's the DNC
A political commentator, a comedian and the stars of the TV show ‘Scandal’ will kick off the festivities each night of the convention.
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Experts warn women’s progress in politics is slowing
The number of women running for the House and Senate has dropped, including a record number of incumbent women not running for reelection.
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IUD insertion is painful. For the first time, the CDC issued guidance for physicians.
Federal health officials are urging doctors to counsel patients about pain management before the procedure.
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‘One of our own’: How Harris is leaning into the power of Black sororities
The vice president's speech in front of Zeta Phi Beta was just one of nearly a dozen engagements she has held with the Divine Nine since taking office.
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$81M in 24 hours: How the Harris campaign could turn women donors into a force
The 19th spoke with experts at The Center for American Women and Politics about how women donors and voters are re-energized by the possibility of the country’s first woman president.
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Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigns in wake of Trump shooting
Cheatle's exit comes a day after a grueling congressional hearing in which lawmakers, particularly women, spoke about the increase in political violence.
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If you're in the military, voting this year could be tricky
Military families move often and have to navigate varying state laws, administrative hurdles and a lack of resources for access to the ballot.
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Inside the fight over military abortion access
Women lawmakers are leading efforts across the aisle to expand some child care and contraception benefits and also limit abortion-related travel expenses.