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Cecile Richards, Former Planned Parenthood President and Women's Rights Activist, Has Died at Age 67


Published on 2025-01-20 13:43:23 - MSN
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  • Cecile Richards, the former president of Planned Parenthood and a staunch protector of women's rights, has died at age 67. In January 2024, Richards shared that she'd been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer,

Cecile Richards, a prominent women's rights activist and former president of Planned Parenthood, passed away at the age of 67 after a battle with brain cancer. Richards, who led Planned Parenthood from 2006 to 2018, was known for her fierce advocacy for reproductive rights, significantly expanding the organization's reach and influence during her tenure. She was also recognized for her political activism, having co-founded Supermajority, an organization aimed at mobilizing women to engage in politics. Her death was announced by her family, who described her as a "force" in the fight for justice and equality. Richards' legacy includes not only her work with Planned Parenthood but also her efforts in grassroots organizing, her role in the Democratic Party, and her contributions to the broader movement for women's rights and health care access.

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