Today, the Texas Supreme Court issued a grotesque ruling that upholds one of the most extreme abortion bans in the nation. This decision will put millions of lives at risk + will force Texas women to flee the state for care or endure dangerous and potentially deadly pregnancies🧵 Make no mistake, Texas Republicans. We know that you’re using the courts to sidestep the will of the people. We also know that the majority of Americans are pro-choice and won’t stand for your extremist agenda.

Get to know our new President, Jessica Mackler! 🧵 Jessica comes from a political family.
- Her grandfather was a union leader.
- Her parents volunteered on campaigns.
- Her grandmother was an EMILYs List member.

On the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade, it’s important to remember that nearly 2 years ago, an anti-choice U.S Supreme Court stole our right to reproductive freedom. Roe was more than a court case; it gave us power to make decisions about our bodies and futures #RememberingRoe🧵 Since Roe was overturned, 21 states across the country have moved to ban or restrict abortion nationwide. And if that wasn't enough, extremists are going after birth control and restricting travel for abortion care. #RememberingRoe

One year ago, the Supreme Court succeeded in doing what Republicans have tried to do for nearly 50 years: overturning Roe v. Wade. They overturned a constitutional right for the first time in our nation’s history and jeopardized the rights and freedoms of millions of Americans. Your rights now depend on where we live and who represents you. Over the past year, extremist Republicans across the country have further stripped away freedoms at the state level with near-total abortion bans and restrictions.

🧵Today we’re celebrating our endorsement of @KamalaHarris. From California AG to VP, we’ve been there every step of the way. Join us as we highlight our favorite moments on this journey with @Madam_President. @KamalaHarris @Madam_President VP @KamalaHarris took the We Are EMILY stage with a powerful message the day after the #Dobbs draft decision leaked: ‘How dare they!’ Her unwavering voice echoed our collective determination for justice. One year later, the fight continues…

THREAD: This morning we wanted to share a few EMILY’s List women who made history by winning their elections.

Meet these state and local trailblazers: The Baltimore City Council is adding the very first Latina ever — @odetteramos! #ElectWomen

Tomorrow is Election Day — the FINAL DAY to make your voice heard in this election!

If you’re voting in person, scroll through to find your state and meet some of the EMILY’s List women on your ballot. Mask up, be safe, make your voice heard! /THREAD
emilyslist.org/2020-voting ALABAMA! Your polling places open at 7am and close at 7pm.

WE CAN’T DEPEND ON THE COURTS TO UPHOLD ROE V. WADE.

Why we need to flip state legislatures, a thread: In 1973, the Supreme Court ruled in Roe v. Wade that abortion was a constitutional right. At the time, abortion was illegal in nearly every state, but Roe mandated safe and legal abortion access nationwide.

So why are abortion rights still unequal? STATE LAWS.

Health care is on the ballot this year. 

Follow along for the next hour as we’re joined by some incredible EMILY’s List women to talk about the importance of health care access and protecting the Affordable Care Act. #ELCare

Let’s get started! Q1: What has health care access meant to you and your family? #ELCare

Heads up Pennsylvania. Your mail-in ballot will come with three components. The first is obviously the ballot itself. Make sure you fill it out. Here are some amazing women who deserve your vote. The next bit is a nondescript secrecy envelope with “Official Election Ballot” printed on it.

Today’s announcement in the Breonna Taylor case was horrifying. But not surprising.

It reveals a deeply-ingrained system that undervalues, ignores, and denies justice to Black women. Black women, who make up just 13% of all women in this country, make up 20% of the women shot and killed by police.

And too often, their names don’t even make the news cycle.

(THREAD): Democratic control of the Senate is more important than ever. Here are the women who will get us there. .@GreenfieldIowa will replace Joni Ernst, a woman who voted to put Kavanaugh on the Supreme Court. emilyslist.org/candidates/the…

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, meet the remarkable Latinas endorsed for Congress by EMILY’s List! /THREAD Rep. @DebbieforFL immigrated to the U.S. from Ecuador.

She's dedicated her career to improving the lives of her fellow Floridians. emilyslist.org/donate/candida…

Congratulations to this incredible group of women on advancing to the November general election in New Hampshire! We know each and every one of them has what it takes to win and bring strong pro-choice leadership to the Granite State. Congratulations @sueford06 for advancing to the general election! Sue has served four terms in the New Hampshire state House, and her dedication to the people she serves is unwavering. We can't wait to see what she does when she gets to the state Senate!

It’s always been clear: President Trump doesn’t respect the brave men and women in uniform who risk their lives for this country.

And EMILY's List women are fighting back.

Take a moment to donate to the women veterans running for Congress this year. THREAD/ .@mjhegar was shot down and injured in the line of duty.

Now she’s running for the U.S. Senate to defeat Sen. John Cornyn and give Texans the kind of committed and compassionate leadership they deserve.
emilyslist.org/donate/candida…

We're so proud to congratulate our incredible Massachusetts women for advancing to the general election. We're so proud to continue growing the number of pro-choice Democratic women serving in Boston! #MAPol Congratulations @Becca_Rausch for advancing to the general election! Becca is a former educator and champion for social justice who's fighting to curb climate change, advance reproductive freedom, and expand voting rights.

Let's re-elect Becca this fall!

On this #WomensEqualityDay, we're proud to be joined by some incredible EMILY's List women for a conversation about the importance of women in politics, voting, and fighting back against voter suppression.

Let's get started! #ELVotes 𝗤𝟭: It’s been 100 years since the 19th amendment was adopted — meaning it’s been 100 years since many women were able to vote for the first time. What does this day mean to you? #ELVotes

Congratulations to this talented and diverse group of woman for winning their primaries for state and local office in Florida! Next stop: WINNING BIG and FLIPPING the Florida state House in November! Congratulations @SigmanForSenate for winning your primary election! Patricia is a talented attorney and champion for voting rights. We know that Patricia has what it takes to FLIP this seat in November!

Congratulations to this outstanding group of women running for Wisconsin's state legislature! Now that they've advanced to the general election, we're ready to get to work to elect them this November! Congratulations @PattyforSenate for advancing to the general election this November! As a former EMT and school board member, Patty has always been on the front lines of helping her community. We can't wait to see her continue that work when she is reelected!

We're so excited to congratulate so many powerhouse Washington women on advancing to the general election. We're certain that these women are going to change the face of leadership in Olympia — and make policies that will benefit women and families. Congratulations @HelenPriceJohn2 for advancing to the general election! Helen understands that every community deserves a voice in their state legislature and she has promised to be an advocate for Washington's rural communities when she FLIPS this seat in November!

Congratulations to our incredible Kansas women on their primary victories! We're excited to elect more pro-choice champions to serve the people of Kansas. Congratulations @katie4kansas for winning your primary election! Katie will bring pragmatism to the Kansas state House — and we know she has what it takes to FLIP this seat in November!