Some Women’s Groups See Another Agenda In Attacks On Contraceptive Coverage
Opponents of the Obama administration's contraception coverage mandate emphasize religious freedom, but others say the real issue is birth control.
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Opponents of the Obama administration's contraception coverage mandate emphasize religious freedom, but others say the real issue is birth control.
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