Press Releases - National Organization for Women

National NOW Conference Opens in Detroit, Celebrates Women Taking Charge

Released on July 13, 2007

NOW is proud to open its national conference in Detroit, Michigan on July 13. The last National NOW Conference in the Motor City was 30 years ago, and women have gained much ground during that time. With the inspiration of thrilling speakers, the wide range of exhilarating workshops, and the energy of women nationwide hungry for change, this year’s NOW conference is sure to make a lasting impact on the struggle for women’s equality.

School Integration Decision Predictable for Right-Leaning Supreme Court

Released on June 28, 2007

This morning the U.S. Supreme Court split 5-4 in two cases regarding the use of racial classifications to prevent segregation of public schools in Louisville, Kentucky and Seattle, Washington. The majority ruling struck down the voluntary plans designed to increase racial balance in those school districts.

Bush Vetoes Stem Cell Research Bill for a Second Time, Putting Ideology Above Saving Lives

Released on June 20, 2007

“With this veto, George Bush has proved once again that his allegiance is to his extremist base and not to the millions of caregivers and families who need this research,” says NOW President Kim Gandy.

House Passes Bill to Advance Lifesaving Stem Cell Research

Released on June 7, 2007

In a 247-176 bipartisan vote, the House today passed a bill that would allow federal funding of stem cell research utilizing donated human embryos. “Women are the majority of family caregivers, and the heartbreak of having a loved one with a debilitating illness and the related burden of their care could both be lifted with this bill,” said NOW President Kim Gandy.

Access to Birth Control Act: Basic Healthcare and Every Woman’s Right

Released on June 6, 2007

“At the very core of our liberty as modern women is the ability to control our fertility and plan our families, but there is an all-out attack on birth control in this country,” said NOW President Kim Gandy. “We congratulate Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-N.Y.) for introducing the Access to Birth Control Act.”