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50 Best to Worst States for Women

iVillage, a website dedicated to news and content for women, recently rated the 50 states based on how pleasant or awful it is to live there as a woman. From the site: 

In creating our rankings, we analyzed health care and reproductive rights as well as economic success, access to affordable childcare, female representation in government and educational attainment. We wondered: Which states are getting things right and really helping women? And which states still have a learning curve on these issues? 

Sadly (but not surprisingly), Louisiana was near the bottom of the list. 

This makes me feel very lucky, since I have health insurance and a reasonable income, but also very sad that the reality is that this great state has a long way to go to be more inclusive. 

Roe v. Wade

As we mark the 39th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we must remember that this Supreme Court decision not only protects a woman’s health and reproductive freedom, but also affirms a broader principle: that government should not intrude on private family matters. I remain committed to protecting a woman’s right to choose and this fundamental constitutional right. While this is a sensitive and often divisive issue—no matter what our views, we must stay united in our determination to prevent unintended pregnancies, support pregnant woman and mothers, reduce the need for abortion, encourage healthy relationships, and promote adoption. And as we remember this historic anniversary, we must also continue our efforts to ensure that our daughters have the same rights, freedoms, and opportunities as our sons to fulfill their dreams.

President Obama’s statement on the 39th anniversary of Roe v. Wade

One reason I love Obama. The right to make our own decisions is far too important to take away. 

(via barackobama)