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Alexis McGill Johnson on the real cost of taking away women's healthcare
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- Jun 3, 2026
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Alexis McGill Johnson is is a longstanding champion for social and racial justice, a respected social and cultural organizer, and a tireless advocate for reproductive rights and access to high-quality, affordable health care. She is also the president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Planned Parenthood Federation of America, a national nonprofit organization that is the country’s most trusted name in sexual and reproductive health and rights. In this conversation, we discussed why defunding Planned Parenthood threatens the full range of care that is offered (cancer screenings, birth control, STI testing, and so much more), the significant impact of patients no longer being able to use Medicaid at Planned Parenthood facilities, what has changed in the past 4 years since Roe v. Wade was overturned, why Democrats need to keep speaking up about abortion and reproductive rights, and why it’s so important to donate and support your local Planned Parenthood. Connect with Alexis: Instagram | LinkedIn | Donate If you’re looking to unleash your potential, find your personal, professional, or political fire, and to connect with a community who is doing the same, click here to learn more. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit shannonwatts.substack.com/subscribe