Protecting Abortion Access
The Ohio Democratic Women’s Legislative Caucus recently issued the following statement in response to Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost’s attempt to close down abortion clinics during the coronavirus crisis:
“During an emergency, there is always a chance of government overreach under the guise of ‘security’ or adherence to ‘law and order.’ In times of national crisis, we have seen egregious acts that have circumvented our freedoms before. And make no mistake — we are seeing them today. Right now an opportunistic Attorney General is seizing on a moment of public vulnerability to push his political agenda. This is a strategic attack on women and a calculated political maneuver intended to strip away our legal right to abortion care at the most uncertain of times. AG Yost’s actions are despicable.”
NARAL Pro-Choice Ohio is emphasizing that abortion clinics in the state are still OPEN and they are complying with public health orders from the state. Click here to find out more.
The Ohio Democratic Party is hosting a telephone town hall this Friday to discuss how campaigns will look going forward. This town hall will feature Chairman David Pepper, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, Ohio Senate Democratic Leader Kenny Yuko and Ohio House Democratic Leader Emilia Sykes.
Sign up for this event today so you can learn more about getting involved and be part of the team that turns Ohio blue this year. Click here to RSVP!
Campaigning is moving online. Check out these virtual events, and keep an eye out for even more in the coming weeks.
- Wednesday, March 25 — State Rep. Beth Liston’s Telephone Town Hall
- Friday, March 27 — Congresswoman Joyce Beatty’s Telephone Town Hall
- Wednesday, March 25 — Virtual Town Hall with Hillary O’Connor Mueri
While you’re sheltered at home, consider taking some time to take virtual tours of museums featuring civil rights activists and accomplishments.
In solidarity,
Kathy DiCristofaro, Chair
Ohio Democratic Women’s Caucus
