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NOW’s core issues are reproductive rights and justice, ending violence against women, economic justice, LGBTQIA rights, racial justice, and Constitutional equality.
How Low Can They Go? The NRA Slanders Teachers
Statement by NOW President Toni Van Pelt: NRA TV has a new video out attacking the American Federation of Teachers and its president, Randi Weingarten. Their slanderous, offensive language doesn’t bear repeating, but it reminds us how important it is to stand up to the NRA and, as some brave young people have recently reminded
Today Is Equal Pay Day—No One’s Favorite Holiday
Statement by NOW President Toni Van Pelt: April 10 is Equal Pay Day—marking the number of extra days into 2018 the average woman has to work to earn as much as her male counterpart did in 2017. No one who cares about economic justice and the rights of women is celebrating this occasion. Although Congress
Welcome our new Executive Director, Corinne Fletcher!
Oregon NOW has exciting news to share with you: we have hired a new Executive Director, Corinne Fletcher, and we are so excited for you to meet her! Corinne joins Oregon NOW with a background in community organizing, environmental ethics, restorative justice, and farming. Corinne wants people most impacted by decisions to be at the
The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Statement of NOW President Toni Van Pelt: Fifty years after the death of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., his legacy endures in the daily work of countless movements, organizations and organized protests. We in the women’s movement, like so many others, draw inspiration from Dr. King’s example of peaceful protest, passionate advocacy and positive solutions.
Combat Sexual Harassment? Mitch McConnell Says “Never Mind”
Statement of NOW President Toni Van Pelt: When the House voted on the recent omnibus spending bill, lawmakers included language to support survivors of sexual harassment and discrimination. But when it got to the House, Mitch McConnell said, “never mind,” and removed provisions that would have finally brought accountability and transparency to Congress’ sexual harassment
The Humane Society Must Clean Up Its Mess
Statement by NOW President Toni Van Pelt: The Washington Post is reporting that the Humane Society of the United States is resisting making broader changes in the wake of the resignation of CEO Wayne Pacelle, who’s been accused of sexual harassment by multiple women. After a law firm was hired to investigate the claims, the
“You Are Marching Into History.”
Statement by NOW President Toni Van Pelt Welcoming the March For Our Lives: The National Organization for Women welcomes the students from Parkland, Florida–and around the country–who are coming to Washington, DC for the March For Our Lives. NOW applauds your focus on grassroots activism, voter registration and getting out the vote to elect lawmakers
Oregon NOW Endorses Kate Brown for Governor
March 20, 2018 (PORTLAND, OR) — Oregon NOW enthusiastically endorses Governor Kate Brown, recognizing Governor Brown’s proven record of championing policies for equality and social justice and her commitment to make Oregon a place where every person has the opportunity to thrive. Brown’s entire career has been dedicated to advocating for vulnerable women and children.
The U.S. Supreme Court May Be Hazardous To Women’s Health
Statement by NOW President Toni Van Pelt: The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing arguments today in the case of National Institute of Family Life Advocates v. Becerra, a challenge to the California FACT Act, a commonsense law that provides women and their families with access to full and accurate information about their reproductive healthcare options.
“She Made Her Mark On History.”
Statement of NOW President Toni Van Pelt on the Death of Rep. Louise Slaughter: NOW deeply mourns the passing of Rep. Louise Slaughter. Louise Slaughter made her mark on history, and women everywhere are living better, safer lives because of her vision and leadership. As one of the longest-serving women in the House of Representatives,