Sarah McCammon

Sarah McCammon worked for Iowa Public Radio as Morning Edition Host from January 2010 until December 2013.

After Texas Abortion Ban, Clinics In Other Southwest States See Influx Of Patients

By • Apr 17, 2020

Planned Parenthood clinics in Colorado, New Mexico and Nevada are reporting an influx of patients from Texas, after an order from Texas Gov. Greg Abbott suspending most abortions in that state during the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus Updates: The Economic Toll

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Trump, Republicans Are 'Exploiting' Coronavirus To Ban Abortion, New Ad Alleges

By • Apr 15, 2020

In a new digital ad campaign, the abortion rights group NARAL is accusing President Trump and his Republican allies of exploiting the coronavirus pandemic to restrict abortion access. The new six-figure digital ad campaign targets voters in several swing states.

Federal Court: Medication Abortions Can Proceed In Texas

By • Apr 14, 2020

Updated at 3:50 p.m. ET

In a win for abortion rights advocates, a federal appeals court says medication abortions can proceed in Texas.

Federal Appeals Court Reinstates Texas Abortion Ban Instituted During COVID-19 Crisis

By • Apr 10, 2020

As abortion providers were scrambling to schedule procedures in Texas during the coronavirus pandemic, a federal appeals court has effectively reinstated a ban on most abortions in Texas.

Federal Appeals Court Panel Reaffirms Texas Abortion Ban Under Coronavirus Limits

By • Apr 7, 2020

A federal three-judge appeals panel says a ban on abortions in Texas can remain in effect during the coronavirus pandemic.

The state's Republican governor and attorney general have said abortion should be treated as an elective procedure and suspended in an effort to preserve medical supplies for health care providers. Clinics in Texas have shut their doors, and patients seeking abortions have been turned away in recent days.

Federal Judge Allows Some Abortions To Continue In Oklahoma

By • Apr 6, 2020

A federal judge in Oklahoma has issued a temporary order allowing medication abortions and time-sensitive surgical abortions to go forward in the state during the coronavirus pandemic.

Hospitals Reject Trump's Claim They Are 'Really Thrilled' With Supplies

By • Apr 5, 2020

An association representing thousands of hospitals across the country is pushing back after President Trump claimed that hospital administrators are "really thrilled to be where they are."

The American Hospital Association said hospital officials are worried about shortages of critical medical supplies, including medication for patients and personal protective equipment, or PPE, for health care workers.

In Texas, Oklahoma, Women Turned Away Because Of Coronavirus Abortion Bans

By • Apr 2, 2020

Updated at 5:22 a.m. ET Friday

The doors at the Trust Women clinic in Oklahoma City were locked on Tuesday, when the young woman arrived for her appointment. Over the phone, a clinic worker told her the news – the facility had to shut down because of an order from Gov. Kevin Stitt banning most abortions.

Citing Concerns About Access For 'Seniors,' West Virginia's Governor Delays Primary

By • Apr 1, 2020

West Virginia is the latest state to delay its primary because of the coronavirus pandemic. Gov. Jim Justice announced that the May 12 primary is being pushed back to June 9.

"I want this to be the biggest turnout of all time," Justice said while announcing the change via web stream. "Because all of us should treasure the opportunity and the privilege to vote, and I want us to have that opportunity, and by moving this it will give us a lot better chance to do so."

As The Pandemic Spreads, Battles Over Abortion Play Out In Court

By • Mar 31, 2020

UPDATED 3:04 PM ET

As reproductive rights activists warn that some patients seeking abortions are being turned away, a federal court has ruled that an order suspending abortions in Texas during the coronavirus pandemic can stand - at least for now.

Coronavirus Pandemic Takes A Toll On ER Doctors' Health And Families

By • Mar 28, 2020

Joe Pinero's after-work routine has changed recently.

"I strip outside of my door, take basically all my clothes off and walk in naked and just get directly into a shower when I do come into the house," Pinero said.

But he doesn't think his neighbors in Hoboken, N.J., mind too much, because they know he works as an emergency room doctor.

"If anyone has seen me naked, I'm sorry. But it's probably gonna happen again," he said with a laugh.

State Officials Battle Over Abortion During Medical Supply Shortage

By • Mar 27, 2020

State officials in Kentucky and Oklahoma are among a growing number of Republican officials who say abortion is a nonessential procedure that should be put on hold during the coronavirus pandemic.

Anti-Abortion Rights Groups Ask HHS To Urge End To Abortion During Pandemic

By • Mar 24, 2020

A coalition of anti-abortion rights groups is asking federal health officials to urge abortion providers to shut down during the coronavirus outbreak.

As Economy Struggles, Nonprofits Ask Congress For Help

By • Mar 23, 2020

As members of Congress continue to struggle to agree on terms for an emergency aid package aimed at addressing the financial consequences of the coronavirus pandemic, a coalition of national nonprofit groups is asking lawmakers to do more to help the nation's charities.

In Ohio And Texas, A Debate Over Whether Abortion Is 'Essential Service'

By • Mar 21, 2020

Updated 4:28 p.m. ET

Abortion rights groups are accusing the attorney general of Ohio of using the coronavirus crisis to restrict abortion access after clinics in the state were sent letters this week faulting them for not complying with an order aimed at preserving a limited supply of surgical equipment and protective gear.

How To Be Alone, But Not Lonely, Despite The Coronavirus

By • Mar 17, 2020

As a writer, Lily Burana already spends a lot of time working alone at home, about an hour outside New York City. And as an extrovert, Burana says she relies on her social network to balance out the lonely hours.

"It's really hard, because at the end of the day, I look forward to shutting my laptop and taking my daughter to a playground, or going shopping, or meeting a friend at a museum, or having a coffee," Burana said. "And all of those things have to be tabled for now, out of a sense of obligation to not turn myself into an accidental vector."

As Missouri Clinic Awaits Its Legal Fate, Abortions In State Have Virtually Halted

By • Mar 12, 2020

Missouri could soon become the first state in the nation without a clinic providing abortions, but Planned Parenthood officials say the last remaining one there has already all but ceased performing the procedure.

Schools And Businesses Grapple With How To Cope With Coronavirus

By • Mar 8, 2020

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The Deep Divide Between Urban And Rural Voters

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Abortion Returns To The Supreme Court This Week With Case On Hospital Privileges

By • Mar 1, 2020

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The Next Site For Democrats' Ad War: North Carolina

By • Feb 29, 2020

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Controversial Endorsement: Charlotte Mayor Backs Bloomberg

By • Feb 27, 2020

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Thousands Of Fetal Remains, Found After Abortion Provider's Death, Buried In Indiana

By • Feb 12, 2020

The remains of 2,411 fetuses found in Illinois last year after the death of a former abortion provider have been buried, but authorities say they're no closer to knowing why the doctor had been keeping them.

The Scene From Iowa As Caucuses Begin

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Trump Speaks At March For Life, An Anti-Abortion Rights Demonstration

By • Jan 24, 2020

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President Trump spoke today in person at the March for Life rally in Washington, D.C., an annual gathering of abortion rights opponents. Trump is the first sitting president to do so.

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President Trump Faces Friendly Crowd At March For Life

By • Jan 24, 2020

Updated at 4:45 p.m. ET

As thousands of anti-abortion rights activists prepared to march in Washington, D.C., on Friday, President Trump was there to rally his base.

"They are coming after me, because I am fighting for you," Trump told the crowd, without directly mentioning the impeachment trial underway in the Senate. "And we are fighting for those who have no voice."

"And we will win," Trump added, "because we know how to win."

Gallup Poll: Dissatisfaction With U.S. Abortion Laws On The Rise

By • Jan 22, 2020

A new Gallup poll finds a record number of Americans are unhappy with the nation's abortion laws — a shift mostly caused by growing dissatisfaction among Democrats.

"This is almost entirely driven by Democrats and Independents who lean Democratic," said Lydia Saad, Gallup's director of U.S Social Research. "So that underlying trend is very clear, and it's showing up in the attitudes among all Americans."

Gun Rights Activists Descend On Virginia Capitol

By • Jan 20, 2020

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Gun rights advocates are heading home after today's massive pro-gun rally in Richmond, Va.

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Supreme Court Takes Up Birth-Control Conscience Case

By • Jan 17, 2020

The U.S. Supreme Court says it will consider whether employers should be allowed to opt out of providing contraceptive coverage to their workers because of moral or religious objections.

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