Alexis McGill Johnson

Nov 8, 2024 | elle.com | Alexis McGill Johnson

Millions of people woke up on Wednesday in a country they didn’t recognize or understand. Even though we are constantly reminded of how America feels about women—whether it be the 2016 election or the Dobbs decision—so many of us are reeling from yet another confirmation. Through all the questions I have, all the anguish and confusion I’ve felt myself and heard from the people around me, there are a few truths I am holding onto firmly: The personal is still political.

Nov 1, 2024 | thenation.com | Alexis McGill Johnson |Amy Littlefield |Jeet Heer

Politics / November 1, 2024 Reproductive Freedom Is on the Ballot In New YorkAbortion rights in New York State are protected, but not guaranteed. New York voters can fix that by turning their ballots over and voting for Proposition 1. Ad Policy An abortion rights activist holds a sign near the entrance to the Planned Parenthood clinic on in New York City in February 2024.

Jun 20, 2023 | elle.com | Alexis McGill Johnson

Say you’re the mom of two young children in San Antonio struggling to make ends meet on a minimum-wage job. You become pregnant and mentally, financially, emotionally, you know you cannot afford to grow your family. Not now. Maybe not ever. One in three women across the country—plus trans and nonbinary people—cannot get abortion care in their state. Texas bans all abortion. A 400-mile trip to New Mexico is the “easiest” way to get the care you need. But at what cost?