More than 150 people gathered in Moscow, Idaho for a reproductive rights rally organized by Bans Off Moscow, protesting state abortion restrictions and the University of Idaho's DEI ban. Demonstrators braved freezing temperatures to advocate for immigrant and women's rights.
This week's religion news features an annual Menorah Lighting car parade, an upcoming reproductive rights rally, a homeless shelter's first Christmas, another homeless shelter looking for a new location and more.
A coalition of reproductive-rights advocates is suing the state of Idaho over a new law banning interstate travel related to abortion, arguing the law violates constitutional protections for free speech and travel.
The recent passage of SB 5599 — a Washington Senate bill that supports minors who need shelter and are seeking protected healthcare services — awaits Governor Jay Inslee’s signature.
Abortion is not an easy choice, and many people have been traumatized by it, Williamson said, but autonomy is what's most important — for both men and women.