Many poor and low-income women cannot afford to purchase contraceptive services and supplies on their own.

We have record high temperatures and record high energy prices across the country, and we've seen the dangerous effects caused by extreme temperatures in the past.

And whether it is equal pay, health care, Social Security, or family leave, this Congress has refused to address issues critical to hard-working American women.

Our girls have learned that sweat is sexy, brawn is beautiful and a little dirt never hurt anyone.

Surely the Department of Defense can and needs to do a better job of training new and existing first responders to respond to sexual assaults occurring in the military.

For most women, including women who want to have children, contraception is not an option; it is a basic health care necessity.

We all know that girls who compete in sports perform better in school, are physically healthier and have a stronger self-esteem.