Several activist groups across the state have come together to launch the Texas Abortion Advocacy Network. KVUE's Eric Pointer has the details.
While there is a near-total abortion ban in Texas, they are working to restore and expand reproductive rights in the state.While there is a near-total abortion ban in Texas, the activists are working to restore and expand reproductive rights in the state.
When asked what she would say to critics of the network who may accuse the activists behind it of breaking the law or doing something they shouldn’t, she said they are just expressing their First Amendment rights.“Nothing we are doing is against the law. Speaking out in favor of abortion access is protected by everyone's First Amendment. And we are just simply giving people the education and the tools they need to advocate for what they believe in," Allison said.
"Just because abortion has been banned in Texas does not mean that this fight is over. And if people are still looking to get involved, there are ways for them to get involved."The network's 10-week course starts this week, but there is no cut-off point to join. Anyone interested can still sign up.
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