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#41-23 The Global Gag Rule … Is Making a Comeback

Republicans in the US Congress are refusing to re-authorize HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention funding abroad unless the global gag rule is incorporated into the legislation. WINGS delves into the origin and effects of this far-reaching rule, which was at its highest peak during the Trump presidency. 

Speakers: Loretta Ross, Reproductive Justice activist; Dereje Wondimu, Policy and Community Mobilization Advisor, Ipas Ethiopia; Caroline Nyandat, Reproductive Health Coordinator, Kisumu Medical and Education Trust, Kenya; Suzanne Ehlers, President, Population Action International (PAI). Produced by Diana Wanyonyi and Frieda Werden, with Interview by Sarah Olson and editing by Sarah Newton.

http://www.radio4all.net/files/wingsradionews@gmail.com/WINGS-41-23GlobalGagRule-28_49-128kbps.mp3