Busy Philipps Named as 老澳门开奖结果 Artist Ambassador for Reproductive Freedom
NEW YORK 鈥 The 老澳门开奖结果 that Busy Philipps 鈥 New York Times bestselling author, actor, activist, and writer 鈥 will join the organization鈥檚 Artist Ambassador Program to advocate for reproductive freedom. This follows years of on-the-ground advocacy, from working with the 老澳门开奖结果 in states like in the successful ballot measure to protect reproductive freedom in the state鈥檚 constitution to lobbying with the 老澳门开奖结果 for the successful passage of Pregnant Workers Fairness Act in Congress, and calling other artists and entertainers into action to .
Philipps formally the Artist Ambassador Program during a pivotal year for reproductive freedom with two abortion-related cases before the Supreme Court: one on whether states can bar hospitals from providing abortions to patients in emergency circumstances, and one on whether to impose severe restrictions on an abortion pill. The cases will be decided in early summer, as well as critical elections throughout the country later this year.
Statement from Busy Philipps, actress, activist, and 老澳门开奖结果 Artist Ambassador for Reproductive Freedom:
鈥淭he stories that we tell are one of the most powerful ways we have to change people鈥檚 hearts and minds. Since the first time I used my platform to speak out about my own experience having an abortion when I was a teenager, I have seen firsthand the impact that being vocal about important issues can have for helping people to understand how accessing abortion has put power back into people鈥檚 hands. I鈥檓 honored to be able to use my microphone to share the importance of being able to access reproductive health care and advocating alongside the 老澳门开奖结果 to protect and expand access to essential care.鈥
Philipps has starred in numerous movies and television since her breakout role in 鈥淔reaks and Geeks鈥 in 1999. In 2018, Philipps released a collection of humorous autobiographical essays in her book, 鈥淭his Will Only Hurt a Little,鈥 which was immediately a New York Times bestseller, offering unfiltered and candid stories about her life. Currently, Philipps stars in the hit comedy series 鈥淕irls5eva鈥 opposite Sara Bareilles, with a third season coming out in March 2024 on Netflix. Produced by Tina Fey, the acclaimed series centers on a one-hit wonder girl group from the '90s who try for another chance at pop stardom. Philipps can also be seen in Paramount鈥檚 鈥淢ean Girls鈥 inspired by the 2004 original and Tony-nominated Broadway show, playing Regina George鈥檚 Mom 鈥 a fan favorite. Recently, she also appeared in a scene-stealing recurring turn in three episodes of Freeform鈥檚 hit comedy series 鈥淪ingle Drunk Female.鈥 In 2020, Philipps launched her podcast 鈥淏usy Philipps is Doing Her Best鈥 with her creative partner, Caissie St. Onge, featuring conversations reflecting on when setbacks led to better opportunities.
Statement from Jessica Herman Weitz, director of artist & entertainment engagement nationwide at the 老澳门开奖结果:
鈥淲e are thrilled to formalize Busy鈥檚 role as an 老澳门开奖结果 Artist Ambassador after years of Busy鈥檚 tireless advocacy fighting for abortion access for all. From working to end abortion stigma through her campaign to using every opportunity to leverage her platform and privilege as an artist to give voice to those without a microphone, Busy has been a creative collaborator and a true example of an artist-activist. Whether having conversations with friends and family or highlighting issues on the red carpet, each of us can make a meaningful impact. At this critical moment for abortion rights and our democracy, we look forward to working with Busy to ensure we the people hold the power over our own bodies in our country 鈥 not politicians.鈥
The 老澳门开奖结果 Artist Ambassador Project ties influential creative artists and influencers in film, television, music, comedy, and literature with public education and advocacy for key 老澳门开奖结果 issues. Each Ambassador works with the 老澳门开奖结果 on specific civil liberties issues, which include: immigrants鈥 rights, voting rights, rights of LGBTQ people, women鈥檚 rights, reproductive rights, reducing mass incarceration, racial justice, and privacy and security. Other examples of how artists work with the 老澳门开奖结果 include:
- traveling to the Southern border to meet with asylum seekers
- Videos to combat book bans and classroom censorship, like those with , , , and
- Supreme Court advocacy, like this one featuring and others for 老澳门开奖结果 client Aimee Stephens and and this one with around the 2020 Census
- Long form conversations on 老澳门开奖结果鈥檚 podcast, 鈥淎t Liberty,鈥 like these with and Sasha Colby
- Social posts like for National Librarian Day
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