U.S. personnel in Iraq could face court-martial for getting pregnant [20 Dec 2009|05:07pm] feminist_fury [pandapajamas] [ mood | wtf??? ] U.S. personnel in Iraq could face court-martial for getting pregnant By Teri Weaver, Stars and Stripes Mideast edition, Saturday, December 19, 2009 The Army general commanding U.S. forces in northern Iraq has added pregnancy to the list of prohibitions for personnel under his command. The policy, which went into effect Nov. 4, makes it possible to face punishment, including a court-martial and jail time, for becoming pregnant or impregnating a servicemember, according to the wording of the policy and confirmations from Army officials. ( Read more... ) 1 comment|post comment

US: Senate BANS ABORTIONS via State Loophole - Contact The White House! [20 Dec 2009|01:10pm] feminist_fury [pandapajamas] [ mood | determined ] Hi Friends and Colleagues, I am writing to urge you to contact the White House and let President Obama know that you are opposed to BOTH the Senate and House versions of the currently propose health care reform. Like most of you, I too have been filling out petitions, blogging and Twittering about these underhanded attempts in our Congress to violate women's fundamental Constitutional right to abortion. I understand it has become tiring and seems repetitive, but the fact of the matter is that no one in power seems to be listening to the big advocacy organizations like NARAL, Planned Parenthood or NOW, so I think it is time that folks as individuals make their voices heard. Please keep in mind that contacting our Senators did not stop the most recent anti-abortion amendment being pushed through without the approval of the majority of the Senate. In my mind, this means that it has gone beyond the point of people asking their elected officials to look out for their interests. If these officials were able to adequately represent us, we wouldn't have a small cabal of three or four persons (most of them white men, who will never become pregnant), flagrantly ignoring the procedures of the Senate, while being given the approval of The White House in the process. So, pick up the phone, fax or email The White House TODAY! They can be reached here: http://www.whitehouse.gov/CONTACT/ I suggest that folks also write letters to the editors of their newspapers, magazines and television stations and DEMAND that they interview local citizens about their opinions regarding this health care reform and the subversion of abortion rights, because I for one am sick and tired of only reading pieces with commentary by the advocacy groups when again, it seems as though those same groups are not being heard or are not engaging in an effective manner with our representatives. The whole thing stinks and feels very gamed to me. In my experience, the best way to effectively deal with these types of situations is to introduce a third party (namely individuals citizens), who can use the internet or other means so that their voices are actually seen and heard. Here is a thorough explanation as to how the current Nelson amended Senate Bill will restrict women and trans folks' (FTMs and genderqueers) access to abortions and other reproductive health services: http://www.rhrealitycheck.org/blog/2009/12/20/the-nelson-compromise Here is a look into the pork barrel bribe that was offered to Senator Nelson and the State of Nebraska in exchange for his 60th vote, which came at the expense of reproductive freedom: http://biggovernment.com/2009/12/19/sen-nelsons-bribe/ Here is a breakdown of why the health care reform overall is horrible for US people and our future health and financial well being: http://www.dailykos.com/story/2009/12/19/816961/-Why-This-Senate-Health-Bill-Should-Not-Pass Yours in Feminist Solidarity! 2 comments|post comment

US: Job Posting: Senior Attorney for Federal Policy [15 Dec 2009|07:48pm] feminist_fury [pandapajamas] Job Posting: Senior Attorney for Federal Policy The National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) seeks a Senior Attorney for Federal Policy for a two-year position in its Washington, D.C. Regional Office. The main areas of responsibility are: performing and overseeing legal research and writing related to federal policy advocacy; working with the Executive Branch to ensure leadership and substantive advances on LGBT issues; and identifying and pursuing opportunities at the federal agency level to effect positive administrative and policy changes. The attorney will also work with Congress and congressional staff on federal legislation, and to ensure that NCLR’s members and supporters have the opportunity to engage in zealous constituent advocacy. The attorney will work closely with NCLR’s executive director, legal director, and director of projects and managing attorney to establish priorities and direction for NCLR’s work in this area and will supervise NCLR’s field organizer/D.C. office manager. To apply, please send cover letter, resume, 5-10 page legal research writing sample, and three work references by e-mail only to: Joshua Delgado, Legal Assistant, National Center for Lesbian Rights. His email is: jdelgado ATT nclrights DOT org post comment

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