Equality and justice are two basic principles that must be considered when confronted with a variety of policy issues. The most challenging social policy issues in today’s society consist of employment, education and healthcare. Prior to implementation, political leaders must take into consideration all possible arguments, which are embedded in both federal and state Constitutions. It is worth noting, my Lego protestor like a myriad of other women is at the forefront of protecting, and advocating for an affordable access to healthcare and reproductive rights. Proudly holding “Our Pieces, Our Lives, Our Right… To Decide!,” my Lego protestor clearly fights to obtain a civic voice, and in all efforts holds her canvass in order to promote the ongoing political topic
At times, the mission of advocating for progressive healthcare and reproductive rights can be difficult to achieve. Various conservative and religious affiliations bring forth enigmatic and intricate barriers that disable both women and men from the basic rights to safe legal abortion care, sex education, pregnancy option information, contraception and sex education. This is evident in the following quotation by the National Abortion Federation: “The most recent survey found that 87% of all U.S. counties have no identifiable abortion provider. In non-metropolitan areas, the figure rises to 97%. As a result, many women must travel long distance to reach the nearest abortion provider.”(National Abortion Federation)
As one can see, the National Abortion Federation identifies the United States having limited resources for those in need of information regarding pregnancy options and sex education. Such resources can even be more difficult to obtain when one brings forth the complex structure of intersectionality, and the ways in which specifically women of color fall between race, gender and low-income. Consequently, this is a major issue and is apparent with the supporting citation by the National Abortion Federation: “Although barriers to abortion access affect all women, women of color, low-income women, and immigrant populations face unique obstacles. Minority women’s access to equal and adequate reproductive health care is affected by many things, including discrimination, language barriers, and socioeconomic factors.” (National Abortion Federation)
In response to the aforementioned factors, our legislators are confronted with intricate policy issues that involve striking a balance between public and private interests. Even though conservative and religious affiliates create barriers towards regulating strict policy on healthcare and reproductive rights, one can still have aspirations fighting for reproductive healthcare and sex education. In current times, there are countless non-profit organizations, community groups and legislators that help advocate for women’s equality and justice.
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