Can You Believe We're Still Fighting This?

2006-05-12T08:48:00.000-07:00

We would like to thank everyone for coming out last night! It was a huge success, and everyone seemed to have a great time. Thanks again to Cafe Grumpy and Brooklyn Brewery as well as our volunteers, performers and other contributors. A huge shout out to Kylene Guse from Planned Parenthood South Dakota. It was so great to have you there. Although we don't have an exact total yet, we estimate that we will be to make at least a $1500 donation. THAT AIN'T TOO SHABBY FOLKS ! We will post an exact amount when we have one.

Thanks again everyone who came out. We really appreciated it.

2006-05-09T15:54:00.000-07:00

MORE RADIO APPEARANCES!

Amy Clarke will be a guest tonight on Satellite Radio-Channel 106,
The Derek & Romaine Show at around 7:30.
She'll be talking about her new EP, as well as the fundraiser.

This Thursday morning around 11 a.m. we'll be making a second appearance on "Know Your Rights" with DJ Massimo and Lana Z on East Village Radio. A whole lot has happened in the 2 weeks since we were last on (a whole lot has happened in the last 12 hours, actually) so there'll be plenty to talk about!

2006-05-09T13:41:00.000-07:00

We would like to thank everyone for the outpouring of support that we've gotton following a snarky editorial written about us in the New York Sun. Especially we would like to thank:

www.gawker.com

www.salon.com

www.feministing.com

Thank you for standing up for us as we stand up for choice! We really appreciate it!

We would also like to thank Ms. Colon, who we suspect started the whole thing just to help us spread the word (and for that we salute her!)

2006-05-09T07:54:00.000-07:00

In response to recent criticism:

We acknowledge that there are strong feelings on both sides of this issue. What we are truly advocating for is the right of a woman to control her own body and respecting women enough to make the best choice for themselves. We believe that to take away a woman's right to choose puts society on a slippery slope, and that it sets a dangerous precedent. Furthermore, we are also advocates for better and affordable birth control, safe-sex, pro-active sex education and inexpensive pre-natal care, as well as better and more affordable services for women after they have given birth, such as maternity and paternity leave, children's healthcare, a living wage and affordable daycare.

As for any personal attacks on us--You have a right to do so, but you do not know us, nor have you made any attempt to contact us to find out why we are doing this and why we are so passionate about it. We are happy to engage in productive discussion that doesn't resort to name calling and bickering. We are smart women, and we believe that the lives of women, the quality of those lives, and the equality of women is worth fighting for.

Regards,
5 Girls from Queens

2006-05-08T13:14:00.000-07:00

You're invited!

What: A Pro-choice Party to Raise Funds for the Legal Battle in South Dakota.

When: May 11, 2006, 8pm Where: "Cafe Grumpy" 193 Meserole Ave. Greenpoint Brooklyn Easy Access from Manhattan: L train to Lorimer St,
G train 1 stop to Nassau Ave or 2 stops to Greenpoint Ave
http://www.cafegrumpy.com/
There will be a $10 cover charge which includes one drink.

To RSVP: my_choice_usa@yahoo.com

Proceeds will be donated to Planned Parenthood of South Dakota

2006-05-05T13:40:00.000-07:00

MORE ON THE RADIO! We're all over the airwaves these days--Jackie just did an interview for WBAI 99.5 FM, "Your Peace and Justice Community Radio Station." It'll air tonight on the news at 6 pm!

2006-05-03T14:12:00.000-07:00

ROCK 'N ROLL, KEYBOARDS & BELLYDANCING
We have a lot of great events planned for the night, appearing are:

Frankie Teardrop--a fantastic DJ who'll keep the night moving with
a mix of rock, do wop, and girl pop!

Laura--our favorite bellydancer! Come see how real bellydancing is done (hint-it doesn't involve a g-string, but it does involve a lot of fabulous, sensual movement and expression).

Amy Clarke--an evocative NYC recording artist who'll be performing "Not Your Landscape," an amazing and powerful pro-choice song she wrote in light of recent events. Follow the link to hear a sample!

2006-04-27T12:27:00.000-07:00

ON THE RADIO! Jackie & I (Dana) just came back from doing an interview for the show, "Know Your Rights!" with DJ Massimo & Lana Z on East Village Radio. We talked about the event-how it came about, who's performing & speaking, how to get more information, etc, and just generally hung out and had a good time! Thanks to DJ Massimo & Lana Z for having us on, we might make another appearance before the event, we'll keep you posted!

2006-04-27T11:51:00.000-07:00

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! We are excited & honored to announce that Kylene Guse, the community organizer at Planned Parenthood South Dakota, will be flying in to attend the fundraiser! Kylene will offer a first-hand account of their fight to defend reproductive rights not only in South Dakota, but across the country. Let's give her a big New York welcome!

2006-04-05T07:43:00.000-07:00

We would like to give a warm thank you and a loud shout out to the FCWsociety for their donation!
You women ROCK.

visit their blog http://fcwsociety.blogspot.com

2006-03-16T12:09:00.000-08:00

2006-03-13T12:10:00.000-08:00

What now?
Here's one idea for taking action:

Send a wire hanger to:

Governor Mike Rounds
Office of the Governor
500 E. Capital Ave
Pierre SD 57501

A lot of blogs have mentioned this. We decorated and personalized a bunch here in NY, but even sending them "as is" would make a statement. A student organization (part of a group called Choice USA, coincidentally) in CA did the same, we aren't affiliated but it was pretty cool to see what people aross the country are doing. See the article under Links.