Dear supporter,

Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania is troubled and disappointed by last Friday's ruling by the United States Court of Appeals, which cast a blow for the protection of women in Pittsburgh. As a supporter of women's health, we know you are too. 

The case was a constitutional challenge by an anti-choice protester against Pittsburgh's Medical Safety Zone Ordinance. The ordinance gives patients two protections against harassment outside of medical facilities targeted by protesters: a 15-foot no-protest zone around clinic entrances, and a floating 8-foot personal bubble zone of protection around each person approaching the clinic.

On Friday, the court ruled that the City could keep only ONE of the two protective zones. Now, the City will decide the best way to protect women seeking safe access to medical treatment.

Today, you can help shape how Pittsburgh protects women by casting your vote for the next Mayor of Pittsburgh. To find out where the candidates stand on pro-choice issues, visit the Planned Parenthood Pennsylvania PAC website for information on this race as well as statewide races by CLICKING HERE.

In an off-year election, some voters may not think their votes matter. The Appeals Court ruling tells us otherwise: anti-choice forces are still at work, even here in our own City. Do your part today and VOTE PRO-CHOICE!