Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization and Inclusive, Intersectional Activism
By Alex Radt
It would be an understatement to say that the Supreme Court’s ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, overturning the earlier ruling in Roe v. Wade, has sparked backlash. As a person who is both disabled and genderqueer, I have two reminders for others about keeping your conversations and action inclusive — something that is always necessary when fighting for real, positive change.
First, many disabled people cannot attend protests. Individuals may have a variety of reasons for this, including mobility challenges, heat intolerance, sensory overload, and a high risk of being severely impacted by COVID-19. (One way you can make protests more accessible is by wearing a mask and taking other basic precautions, instead of choosing to needlessly put high-r...