History of Feminism
In reply to the discussion: If we actually lived in a gender-equal society, reproductive rights wouldn't even be *in question* [View all]YarnAddict
(1,850 posts)and BC pills are $15--50/month. I understand that there are some that cost significantly more, but in general, it isn't like some RA drugs, or cancer drugs, where the cost is prohibitive. And for those who can't afford that cost, there are probably some non-profits (maybe including PP?) that will provide those for significantly less.
It's a first amendment thing. While we do have separation of church and state, there is also the free exercise thing. We do make accommodations for individuals' religious observances, such as dietary considerations, footbaths for Muslims, holidays off. If the government is going to start requiring or prohibiting religious organizations and/or individuals to do certain things, where will it end? Who wants to be in the position of having to choose between their job and their religious convictions?
It isn't like the Little Sisters of the Poor is drug testing their employees for birth control pills, and then firing those who test positive. this is something that is against the tenets of their religion, and it seems it is a matter of conscience. The cost of BC is a small thing vs. opening up the First Amendment for reinterpretation depending on the party in charge.