Friday, January 23, 2009

Thank you Barack!


Yolanda,

I just had to pause in my busy day to give my new President a shout of gratitude! 

I have long been an advocate of women's health and reproductive freedom. So I am overjoyed that as one of his first executive acts Barack Obama has overturned the Global Gag Rule.

Now overseas health care providers will be able to offer counseling, referrals, and services for the full range of reproductive health options to women without fear that the U.S. government will strip them of their funding. 

It appears common sense is back in Washington. Once again it is cool to value women's lives and protect the sacred trust between doctors and patients. 


Melissa