Dani McClain

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Dani McClain is a contributing writer for The Nation and author of We Live for the We: The Political Power of Black Motherhood.

As Abortion Restrictions Ramp Up, More Women Weigh Taking Matters Into Their Own Hands

As Abortion Restrictions Ramp Up, More Women Weigh Taking Matters Into Their Own Hands As Abortion Restrictions Ramp Up, More Women Weigh Taking Matters Into Their Own Hands

Finding ways to support those who choose to self-induce abortion does not mean abandoning the fight to preserve access in clinics and hospitals.

Mar 21, 2016 / Dani McClain

Maria Hurtado

The Film ‘No Más Bebés’ Gives Reproductive-Justice Advocates Fuel for Today’s Fights The Film ‘No Más Bebés’ Gives Reproductive-Justice Advocates Fuel for Today’s Fights

The forced sterilizations depicted in the movie are anything but ancient history.

Feb 5, 2016 / Dani McClain

How Can No One Be to Blame for Tamir Rice’s Death?

How Can No One Be to Blame for Tamir Rice’s Death? How Can No One Be to Blame for Tamir Rice’s Death?

The Cleveland police officer who killed 12-year-old Tamir Rice will face no state criminal charges.

Dec 29, 2015 / Dani McClain

Birth-Control Experts Are Wary of Coercive Tactics in the Push for IUD Use

Birth-Control Experts Are Wary of Coercive Tactics in the Push for IUD Use Birth-Control Experts Are Wary of Coercive Tactics in the Push for IUD Use

A new study suggests that experts on long-acting contraception hear reproductive-justice advocates loud and clear.

Dec 15, 2015 / Dani McClain

A Former Oklahoma City Officer Is Found Guilty in a Sexual-Assault Case

A Former Oklahoma City Officer Is Found Guilty in a Sexual-Assault Case A Former Oklahoma City Officer Is Found Guilty in a Sexual-Assault Case

This week brought an end to a much-watched trial that drew attention to the targeting and assault of marginalized women by police.

Dec 11, 2015 / Dani McClain

Black Friday 14

One Year Ago, Black Activists Shut Down the Bay Area’s Subway. Here’s Why They’re Still Fighting. One Year Ago, Black Activists Shut Down the Bay Area’s Subway. Here’s Why They’re Still Fighting.

The Black Friday 14 shut down Bay Area Rapid Transit this time last year. They’re demanding that the charges they face be dropped.

Nov 25, 2015 / Dani McClain

President Obama at Boys and Girls Club

The White House Focuses on Women and Girls of Color With a New $118 Million Initiative The White House Focuses on Women and Girls of Color With a New $118 Million Initiative

After two years of pressure, advocates celebrate a step toward inclusion.

Nov 16, 2015 / Dani McClain

Long-Acting Contraception Makes Teen Pregnancy Rates Plummet. So Why Are Some Women Still Skeptical?

Long-Acting Contraception Makes Teen Pregnancy Rates Plummet. So Why Are Some Women Still Skeptical? Long-Acting Contraception Makes Teen Pregnancy Rates Plummet. So Why Are Some Women Still Skeptical?

The history of birth control in America is littered with instances of coercion. Reproductive-justice advocates don’t want to see that happen again.

Oct 28, 2015 / Feature / Dani McClain

Why Black Lives Matter Activists Are Showing Up for a Palestinian Woman Threatened With Deportation

Why Black Lives Matter Activists Are Showing Up for a Palestinian Woman Threatened With Deportation Why Black Lives Matter Activists Are Showing Up for a Palestinian Woman Threatened With Deportation

Solidarity between black and Palestinian activists challenging state violence is growing. Just look at the campaign to support Rasmea Odeh.

Oct 26, 2015 / Dani McClain

Kim Davis Is Not an LGBT Southerner’s Only Problem

Kim Davis Is Not an LGBT Southerner’s Only Problem Kim Davis Is Not an LGBT Southerner’s Only Problem

The organizing project Southerners on New Ground takes on police profiling and deportations in its fight for LGBTQ liberation.

Oct 9, 2015 / Dani McClain

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