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Why Planned Parenthood Matters

By Jessica González-Rojas

Earlier this week, the Senate voted on a measure that would have defunded Planned Parenthood. While the measure was defeated by a narrow margin, more political showdowns over Planned Parenthood funding are expected, even perhaps leading to a government shutdown. While such efforts face fierce opposition from champions in Congress and the White House—it is sobering to consider what might happen if they were to be successful.