Humboldt County Residents Show Up for Reproductive Rights

Cash Rion October 19, 2021October 19, 2021 0 Comments Eureka, Humboldt County, protest, women's rights

In the wake of Texas passing the Heartbeat Act, effectively outlawing all abortions in the state, women across the country have rallied together in protest of the new law. The law, which bans all abortions after a fetal heartbeat can be detected – as early as six weeks – flies in the face of the Roe v. Wade decision.

On Oct. 2, the organization Women’s March coordinated marches across the country to call for the repeal of the Texas law.

Kim Bergel and Michele Walford hold a sign that says "I stand 4 reproductive rights".

Megan Hughes holds a sign with a raised fist inside a female sign.

Holly Kingel holds a sign reading 'protect safe, legal abortion'.

Phoenix Spoor holds a sign that reads "America equals freedom, respect mine".

Three protesters hold signs reading 'this is embarassing what year is it', 'are we really debating this again' with a coat hanger, and 'my choice'.

Michele and Michela Hernandez hold signs. One reads 'abortion access is a human right' and the other reads 'abortion is not a bad word'.

Graciela Leal holds a cardboard sign with 'Racial Justice' written on a uterus.

Romi Hitchcock-Tinseth holds a sign with a snake in the shape of a uterus saying "don't tread on me".

In Eureka, Humboldt county residents gathered in front of the Eureka Courthouse with signs and guest speakers in a show of solidarity for women in Texas, calling for action by lawmakers to repeal the new law.