08/02/2022
August 2nd is a very important day in the state of Kansas. Today, voters will decide to either amend or preserve their state’s constitutional right to abortion. The current “Value Them Both” amendment would allow the state legislature to challenge the right of access to reproductive healthcare for millions of people throughout the state.
Our peer educator, Avneet, shares why she is voting “NO” on this ballot measure that would amend her home state’s constitution to allow for abortion restrictions and bans.
“Denying anyone of their human right to bodily autonomy is reprehensible. The “Value Them Both” amendment on our ballots this midterm season is a violent attempt at undermining all of the incredible hard work abortion rights activists have done in our state for decades. I’m incredibly fortunate for my ability to access adequate reproductive healthcare in my new home in Oregon, but my obligation to fight for safe and comprehensive reproductive justice across the country is unwavering. I’m one of many voters who will vote “NO” on this amendment today, and also just one of many who are committed to fighting for reproductive justice even outside of the polls.
I’m voting “NO” because I unwaveringly support an individual’s right to choose what is best for their own health and well-being.
Your body. Your choice.”
