Women should have the opportunity to be able to get abortions because, at the end of the day, it is their own body, and they should have the ability to be able to make their own decision that is best fit for themselves also Healthcare or government assistance should be available to them as well because a lot of women cannot afford to have an abortion depending how much it also cost Recently I have noticed in my experience seeing a lot of women from my high school are having kids now but they had kids mostly during the pandemic and from what I hear the pandemic has made things harder for them because now their kids don’t want to be social Outdoors that case should not be overturned because everyone has the right to decide what is best for them and if I have to be honest in a hypothetical situation where I have a kid I wouldn’t want to have an abortion but the final decision does come down to the mother but me personally I don’t believe in getting abortions because I do feel like that is a life that you are taking away and morally and mentally that that doesn’t sit right with me but like I said that decision that matters is the decision that the mother makes What I learned from the readings is that what people should do is protect and fight for Reproductive Rights but also Healthcare .
Author Archives: Ivan De Los Santos
Reading reflection, 13
After reading the articles “Telemedicine Abortion Provider Rebecca Gomperts Gets Abortion Pills Into the Hands of Those Who Need Them: ‘It’s a Privilege'” by Carrie N. Baker and “Supreme Court has voted to overturn abortion rights, draft opinion shows” by Josh Gerstein and Alexander Ward, I have gained some insights into the current state of abortion access and reproductive rights.
The first article focuses on Rebecca Gomperts, a telemedicine abortion provider committed to ensuring that individuals needing abortion pills can access them safely and effectively. Gomperts believes that providing access to abortion is a privilege and a matter of reproductive justice. She utilizes telemedicine to reach individuals who live in areas with limited abortion services, allowing them to receive the care they need without physically visiting a clinic. This approach helps to overcome barriers such as distance, cost, and restrictive laws that hinder access to safe abortion. Gomperts’ work highlights the importance of innovative solutions in expanding reproductive healthcare and empowering individuals to make choices about their bodies.
The second article analyzes the Supreme Court’s likely decision to repeal abortion rights, suggested by a draft ruling. The development raises issues about how reproductive rights will develop in the US. If abortion rights were limited or eliminated, there would be serious repercussions for those who seek access to safe and legal abortions. It will have a negative effect on groups that already face barriers to healthcare access, including low-income individuals, persons of color, and residents of rural regions. The continuous struggles for reproductive justice and the requirement for continual campaigning to safeguard and increase access to comprehensive reproductive healthcare are highlighted by the potential loss of abortion rights.
Both articles highlight the importance of ensuring reproductive rights and access to abortion services. They shed light on the innovative approaches providers like Rebecca Gomperts took to overcome barriers and provide safe abortions remotely. Simultaneously, the second article serves as a reminder that the political landscape and court decisions can significantly impact reproductive rights and the ability to access essential healthcare services. These articles call for ongoing efforts to protect and advocate for reproductive rights, including supporting telemedicine solutions and staying engaged in the fight for comprehensive reproductive healthcare for all individuals.
discussion 13
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Discussion 12
Ivan De Los Santos
Prof. Hollis Glaser
GWS 100-1300
Discussion 12
What surprised you in the readings and film?
Well, people think of menstruation in society. Transgender people are based around something that is not factual when it comes to the access that they have to be able to go to the hospital and get the appropriate Health Care is one thing that shocked me about the readings and the film because everybody should be able to have access or even have the proper Health Care for when they need to be seen by a doctor certain people shouldn’t be discriminated or pressed because we do live in the land of the free. Still, it also explains the societal norms that are going on.
What connections could you find across the readings and film?
The connections I could find across the readings in the film is that certain people feel alone and don’t have that support system, whether that is Healthcare or Society. For example, one that stood out to me was the Indian Community because they look at Hope based on physical attributes. For instance, in race, another prominent example is Community; it feels like transgender people are put on the back burner, and people in that Community don’t care about them as much. So if that being said, I feel like this has to change not only in the Indian Community but in society in general because all this oppression and discrimination against a group of people shouldn’t happen in 2023.
How does the format in which the stories are shared impact your understanding of medical oppression and other aspects of gender we have discussed this semester?
It made me think of medical oppression in a whole different light because if I had to use myself. As an example, I’ve never had to go through that because the healthcare that I use covers everything for me, so I’m thankful to say that I have not gone through that bye to see how terrifying it is to people that don’t have any Healthcare or feeling oppressed by the medical system because for example if you are going to something life-threatening and society. Hospitals are not giving you the treatment you dese. That’s a problem, and I feel people need to stop looking for a reason not to like people because we are all one, ace, and we should all be one.
discussion 11
How do this week’s readings by Garza and Williams (and Anzaldua if you did the optional reading) expand your understanding of identity politics?
Identity politics is a significant aspect of the size of feminist groups, but it does not explain the importance of how it should be Updated. For example it needs to be updated because it needs to be shown that freedom is for everyone and that feminist groups aren’t here to try to be higher in the patriarchy it just stays how feminist groups want space for everybody, but identity politics started way before I was born and the core definition of identity politics was that it was based on a specific race gender Or social class for it to have a change in society, but I feel they shouldn’t be based on those things it should be based on wanting freedom for all, but in some ways, this movement has excellent stuff because it does seek for people who feel that they are less than or in other words oppressed to feel like they are apart of something that is going to change society but from my understanding it needs to go more in detail on WHO these oppressed people are But identity politics does help enforce change and Improvement in society when it comes to sex and gender and one of their common goals is to help people who feel that they have been discriminated or have not been given a fAIR Shots at life for example in the workplace.
What topics would you like to explore as a class in the remaining weeks of the semester?
The topic I would like to explore and the remaining weeks of the semester is how abortion rights came to be. For example, I didn’t look into the whole case on abortion rights, so I would like to know how it went down. Also, I would like to take a deep dive into gender stereotypes because I feel like when it comes to men, women put stereotypes on men that if you as a man don’t fit those stereotypes, you are deemed feminine, which I feel that’s not the case.
reflection 12
In this reading, They highlighted the need to use art as a tool of expression and protest, particularly for low-income people.
The first piece explains creative activism and how it differs from regular activism. It highlights that artistic activism is an innovative technique to deliver political ideas and engage people in social concerns through art. The essay also discusses street art, performances, and installations as forms of creative protest. According to the author, creative activism can have a more significant emotional impact and urge people to take action. It demonstrates how these artists’ performances challenged societal standards, explored political issues, and battled for social justice.
The essential part of these readings is how they demonstrate the value of art as a vehicle for social change. They show how artists may use their ideas and creativity to question the current quo while still achieving social justice. They also emphasize the significance of female artists in the artistic activism movement and how they have been at the center of using art as a means of resistance.
Overall, both authors provide a new idea on activism and the role of art in social change. They encourage readers to think about how they might use their creativity to make a difference and contribute to the more significant conversation about social justice.
reflection 11
“A Birth Story” is an essay by a woman describing her experience of giving birth and her difficulties with the medical system. She discusses her medical team’s lack of support, communication, and understanding and its impact on her mental and emotional health. The article emphasizes the importance of more patient-centered treatment and a shift away from the medicalization of delivery.
“12 Reasons It Should Be Illegal for Doctors Not to Treat Trans People” is an opinion article that argues for legal protections for transgender individuals in healthcare settings. The author points out twelve reasons why denying trans persons medical care is discriminatory, hurtful, and a violation of their human rights. The essay emphasizes the significance of providing inclusive and welcoming care to all people, regardless of their gender identification.
Both texts address critical issues in healthcare, including patient-centered care, empathy, and diversity. They also discuss the need for medical structural improvements to guarantee that everyone obtains equitable and high-quality treatment.
These works provide significant views and perspectives on healthcare issues.
reflection 10
“The Power of Identity Politics” by Garza and “Too Latina To Be Black, Too Black To Be Latina” by Williams both address the difficulties of identity and the importance of identity politics in society.
Garza contends that marginalized people may use identity politics effectively to question the current quo and seek change. She observes that identity politics enables individuals to acknowledge and celebrate their distinct identities while fostering community and solidarity with those with similar identities.
In contrast, Williams highlights the difficulties of juggling several identities, particularly as a Black Latina. She notes that many people struggle to comprehend her identity and frequently try to pigeonhole her into one of two groups rather than acknowledging the depth and diversity of her experiences.
These two interpretations emphasize recognizing and honoring persons’ many identities. They also stress the need for society to acknowledge the systematic disparities for excluded groups and work to create a more inclusive and fair community.
Discussion 10
Ivan De Los Santos
Prof. Hollis Glaser
GWS 100-1300
Discussion 10
What is meant by the following quote?: “We might use our position at the bottom to make a clear leap into revolutionary action. If black women were free, it would mean that everyone else would have to be free since our freedom would necessitate the destruction of all the systems of oppression.”
What I think there’s falling quote means is that for there to be changed or if these different struggles of Oppression, black woman women especially should take action, whether that is protesting and doing everything they can to stop these oppressions because if they fight for what they want, they will destroy the social norms the racism the oppression that they have gotten for years and has been caused due to white men in society also women want to be treated as equal. They still haven’t gotten it today, so they should take action.
What does the Combahee River pool mean by “identity politics”? How do you see this operating in Paris is Burning?
Identity politics has to do with how somebody identifies themselves, but because of that, they must go to war. However, if the politics of society, for example, they have to fight against your sexual identity, your racial identity, your class identity, this concept is what black families use to help them combat The oppression they face and the social injustice. Women who identify as different things, such as binary trans, even the color of their skin, have experienced These struggles and have had the strength to explain those experiences in Paris burning. They expressed how they want Society to be and how they see women living in society as equal but that they needed Unity to do it, but it showed that they are confident if they are together to fight for freedom.
What do race and gender have to do with capitalism?
Race and gender have a lot to do with capitalism. For example, in history, capitalism was built on exploiting different groups based on race and gender, so that was the blueprint from the start. And if you want to go further into that, capitalism has to do with money, right? So by the expectation of black people back in the day when slavery was happening, the wealth of white people was built on that based on what I know from High School. Additionally, the gender pay Gap is a big thing in capitalism because it is all about exploitation, so that they would exploit these women for specific jobs. Still, they wouldn’t get paid as much as the men, devaluing women’s labor.
Reflection nine
The Combahee River Collective Statement, written in 1977 by a group of Black feminists, is a powerful document. They discuss their political views and equality, justice, and freedom, which they do not have.
One of the statement themes is the correlation between two aspects such as oppression and complexion. The writer’s experiences have been influenced by many oppressions. For example, racism and sexism.
The Combahee River Collective Statement also highlights the importance of group effort and unity. The authors hold that all oppressed must combine forces in the fight against oppression to establish a society where all people are equal. Activists also understand the importance of collaboration across a range of social movements.
The author wants to confront and expose other social justice groups. Including the feminist movement is one of the statement’s most important points. They feel that because the feminist movement was focused on fixing issues that affected white women. It failed to properly address what black women needed at the time.
The Combahee River Collective Statement is a strong motion for action that challenges us to address and eliminate the multiple types of oppression that have affected our society. It serves as a reminder that the fight for justice and equality must be a joint effort that includes all oppressed people’s viewpoints and lived experiences.