Inflatable IUD displayed at Mississippi Capitol to promote contraception access

Giant IUD display near Mississippi State Capitol highlights contraception access concerns

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – A giant inflatable IUD appeared outside the State Capitol as lawmakers and advocates gathered to mark the anniversary of Griswold v. Connecticut. The display drew attention to concerns that contraception access could be the next reproductive right under attack. “For years, contraception was politically untouchable. Today, it is a clear target,” Sen. Kamesha Mumford said. There have not been direct attacks on birth control…

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Inflatable IUD displayed at Mississippi Capitol to promote contraception access

A 20-foot inflatable IUD was showcased at the Mississippi Capitol to raise awareness about contraception access and support related legislation.

Group displays 20-foot IUD near Mississippi Capitol to advocate for contraception access

By Sophia Paffenroth | Originally published by Mississippi Today Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the story. Lawmakers and advocates inflated a 20-foot statue of an IUD outside the state Capitol Tuesday. Speakers gathered around the replica, called Freeda – as in “Free Da Womb” –…