August 18, 2010

Dear friends,

Ninety years ago today, the United States ratified the 19th amendment, giving women the right to vote. So tonight, we celebrate in Charleston with a Get-Out-the-Vote event with ally organizations and special guests Louisa May Alcott and Secretary of State, Natalie Tennant. Read below for more details!

While so much was gained ninety years ago, much remains to be secured. We're still fighting for basic health care for women.

Indeed, as I type this, the United States Department of Health and Human Services is deciding whether or not contraception should be considered preventive health care. While new provisions in health reform will make preventive care much more affordable, there's currently no promise that contraception will be considered a top-tier preventive service.

What do you think? We think it's a no-brainer! Birth control is basic care for women and families. Contact Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and tell her you would like a guarantee that contraception will be considered preventive care! Call 202-205-5445 or email healthreform@hhs.gov. For more information, click here.

Thank you for taking action!

Yours for choice and justice,

Executive Director
WV FREE

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