Pennsylvania Abortion News Monitoring

John Reinstein, ACLU attorney who expanded abortion protections and other civil rights, dies at 83

And in certain instances — notably one leading to a 1981 state Supreme Judicial Court ruling that protected abortion rights more expansively in the Commonwealth than the US Supreme Court had done in the nation — Mr. Reinstein helped pioneer a now more …

McClain Delaney, Trone spar over immigration, abortion, wealth in 6th Congressional District race 

“Whatever it takes.”  That’s how much Potomac businessman David Trone in late February told Bethesda Today he would be willing to spend out of his own pocket to recapture his former seat in Congress representing Maryland’s 6th District.  With four days to …

The Intersection of Anti-Abortion and Anti-LGBTQ+ Attacks Must Not Be Ignored 

As the Executive Director of the Abortion Liberation Fund of Pennsylvania, I have unfortunately witnessed firsthand how the same forces who are attacking abortion access are also coming for LGBTQ+ rights. This isn’t a coincidence. It’s a coordinated …

The MAGA Merch Guide to Celebrating Dad

[Definitive Ranking] Only the Best People A Definitive Ranking of Trump’s Most Qualified Ambassador Picks U.S. Ambassador to the Bahamas Herschel Walker has a warning for the traveling public: beware of jet skis. Walker’s office cautioned that local “jet …

F&M Poll: Pennsylvanians Pessimistic About Trump, Economy and State of Federal Government

What a difference three months can make. Pennsylvanians are pessimistic about President Donald Trump, the state of the economy, and his handling of the federal government in a survey of 546 registered Pennsylvania voters by the Center for Opinion Research …

PA Election 2026: Where Governor Candidates Garrity and Shapiro Stand on Abortion

Democrat Josh Shapiro and Republican Stacy Garrity have radically different positions on abortion access. By Kate Huangpu, Spotlight PA Pictured above: Public officials and members of Planned Parenthood at a 2022 press conference about the overturning of …

So Much for Leaving Abortion Up to the States

The 2022 Dobbs decision, which overturned Roe v. Wade, supposedly gave states the authority to decide for themselves whether to permit abortion. What should have been apparent then, and is obvious now, is that anti-abortion activists and their allies on …

Expectations Of United State Of America 250th Independence Day Anniversary

Kudus Research and Advocacy Center (KRAC) is a Ghanaian-based organization that conducts research and advocacy on a range of socio-economic and political issues. Its work often appears as opinion pieces and research findings published in the media outlets …

Ryan Bomberger's message for Jesse Ridgway after Down syndrome abortion: 'Life has purpose'

By Samantha Kamman, Christian Post Reporter Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Pro-life advocate Ryan Bomberger addresses the audience at Trinity Church in Texas. | Courtesy of Ryan BombergerFor Ryan Bomberger, who was conceived in rape and later adopted into a loving …

Where Shapiro and Garrity stand on abortion

HARRISBURG — Since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, states have become the primary battlegrounds for fights over expanding or restricting access to abortion. This November, Pennsylvania voters will choose between candidates for …

Election 2026: Where governor candidates Garrity and Shapiro stand on abortion

Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. HARRISBURG — Since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. …

Pa. election 2026: Where governor candidates Garrity and Shapiro stand on abortion

June 12, 2026 | 7:47 AM By Kate Huangpu of Spotlight PA  Commonwealth Media Services A press conference with members of Planned Parenthood and other public officials discussing the potential dismantling of the landmark Roe v. Wade decision to protect …

Where the candidates for Pennsylvania governor stand on abortion

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice speaks on the importance of women’s leadership at JWF event

Before she became a justice on Pennsylvania’s highest court, Christine Donohue was the daughter of a disabled coal miner and a seamstress who worked six days a week to keep her family afloat. Donohue’s perspective — forged far from polished courtroom walls …

Conceived in rape, adopted on Juneteenth

Juneteenth, short for June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. For Ryan Bomberger, he also remembers the day his life changed through adoption. Bomberger was conceived in rape. Even in states with strong protections for the unborn, …

Nevada U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto Leads Effort to Protect the Right of Women to Cross State Lines to Seek ...

June 24, 2026, Marks Four Years Since the Supreme Court Overturned Roe v. Wade, Fifty Years of Precedent June 10, 2026 - Washington, D.C. – Ahead of the four-year anniversary of the Supreme Court’s disastrous Dobbs decision, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez …

Family planning organizations — including one in Pa. — sue Trump administration over Title X funding announcement

The National Family Planning and Reproductive Health Association and a family planning organization in Pennsylvania filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Health and Human Services agency on Thursday alleging that it is politicizing the Title X grant funding …

Family planning organizations sue Trump administration over Title X funding announcement

The National Family Planning and Reproductive Health Association and a family planning organization in Pennsylvania filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Health and Human Services agency on Thursday alleging that it is politicizing the Title X grant funding …

Latest F&M poll finds Iran war has hurt Pa. voter opinion on Trump as families struggle financially

President Donald Trump’s approval rating among registered Pennsylvania voters fell sharply in the months since the U.S.-led war with Iran began, according to results of the latest Franklin & Marshall College Poll. Seventy-one percent of registered …

Eminent Pediatric Cardiologist Prescribes U.S. Healthcare System Remedies on TV Show

Dr. Arthur "Tim" Garson, Jr. is featured on this week's episode of "White House Chronicle" on select PBS and PEG channels, and SiriusXM Radio's P.O.T.U.S. WASHINGON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩…

Policy Pathways and VCU Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs co-sponsor Summer Academy

Training Future Leaders in Policy Leadership and Public Service RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “At the Wilder School, we believe public service matters. We also believe that young people have an important role …

Two Downtown Social Districts Announced Through July 31

Mayor Michelle Wu today announced that patrons will be able to consume alcoholic beverages outdoors within the Social Districts at Union and Marshall Streets — located in Downtown’s Blackstone Block Historic District — and on Temple Place in Downtown …

Social District Guidelines

Patrons are able to consume alcoholic beverages outdoors within two Social Districts in Downtown Boston.  The Social Districts at Union and Marshall Streets—located in Downtown’s Blackstone Block Historic District—and on Temple Place in Downtown Crossing …

Scalise: Republicans Are Making America Safer, Stronger, and More Affordable While Democrats Talk America Down

Highlights from Leader Scalise’s interview with Maria Bartiromo: On President Trump bringing peace, lowering costs, and uniting allies: “As the Vice President just said, it's important that you see President Trump working to get a peace deal. This has …

As UAP Declassification Begins, Psychologists Release First Report on Possible Psychological Implications

First report of its kind examines psychological impact of UAP/NHI disclosure and calls for a national preparedness framework WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the United States government begins releasing …

A Catastrophic Gap Has Been Identified at the Heart of Banking's AI Transition New Report Warns of Systemic Risk

The Financial System's Biggest AI Risk Isn't Coming. It's Already Here. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A forthcoming report and white paper from Stephen Bishop and Tony del Fierro warns that the …

Green Beret Foundation Launches 'The Originals Fund' A Yearlong Campaign Ahead of 10th SFG(A)'s 75th Anniversary

The Foundation to Seed the Originals Fund Through Yearlong Fundraising Campaign, Invitational Golf Tournament, and 75th Anniversary Gala on June 19, 2027 SOUTHERN PINES, NC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Green Beret …

On Juneteenth, NCHE Unveils Major Policy Paper Highlighting Five Years Of Community-Led Racial Healing Efforts

New report, Community Solidarity & Healing Through Action & Policies, celebrates progress on equity even as federal support for diversity and inclusion declines WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

President Trump’s Iran Agreement Is America First in Action

President Donald J. Trump and Vice President JD Vance have secured a historic breakthrough by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with Iran. Forged through decisive American strength, this agreement ensures Iran will never obtain a nuclear weapon, …

Working to Protect LGBTQ+ Visibility, Nonprofit Community Hub OutLGBTQ.com Launches in South Florida

The First‑of‑its‑Kind Online Platform Offers a Full LGBTQ+ Events Calendar and Database, Enhancing Community Presence, Safety, and Equality FT. LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pride Month, long recognized for …

SAIGON FOR SAIGON MOVEMENT Launches International Outreach Campaign Ahead of “SAIGON DAY 2026” in Little Saigon, CA

Montreal gathering calls on Vietnamese communities worldwide to participate in July 5 commemorative events marking 50 years since the renaming of Saigon WESTMINSTER, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SAIGON FOR SAIGON …

Jenny Oaks Baker launches national tour celebrating America's 250th with 'American Mosaic' at iconic landmarks

Original production will be staged on the National Mall, at Mount Rushmore and in Zion National Park SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Grammy-nominated violinist Jenny Oaks Baker, performing with her …

Spiro Harrison & Nelson Announces New Lateral Associate Hires

Daniel S. Eckenrode and Kylie Spencer Bring Tax, Trusts & Estates, and Litigation Experience to Growing Firm RED BANK, NJ AND NY, NY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spiro Harrison & Nelson is pleased to announce …

Meet S.E.R.V.E: the Servant Leadership Framework Rebuilding Trust in Government

Civic Leader Dr. David Greene introduces the comprehensive consulting model for all levels of public service. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a time when citizen trust in government is at historic lows, one …

Apptunix Expands iOS App Development Services Across the GCC with New UAE-Based Delivery Teams

Apptunix expands iOS app development services in the GCC with UAE-based teams to deliver faster, localized mobile solutions. DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Apptunix, a leading mobile app development …

Evelyn Castillo-Bach a Grassroots Florida Gubernatorial Candidate Calls for a Ban on All Medical Debt

Evelyn Castillo-Bach is a long-time Independent voter running a grassroots campaign as a Democrat for Governor of Florida in 2026. PEMBROKE PINES, FL, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Evelyn Castillo-Bach, a long-time …

Assured Space Unveils CyberBase™ Platform with Advanced Sovereign 5G Capabilities

Following field validation and live demonstrations, the tactical secure 5G base station has been optimized to deliver secure, private connectivity anywhere. CHANDLER, AZ, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Assured Space Access …

Open Ocean Robotics’ solutions available through the Department of War CDAO’s Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace–PT Aisle

VICTORIA, BC, CANADA, June 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Open Ocean Robotics, a leading provider of persistent maritime intelligence, announced today that its solutions are now available through the PT Aisle program from the Chief Digital and …

Vietnam Veterans of America Supports the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act

The bill represents meaningful progress on many issues that have long affected veterans and their families. DC, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) today announced its support for the overall …