PRESS RELEASE: Fatima Goss Graves’ Statement on Passing of Cecile Richards

Washington, DC – Fatima Goss Graves, president and CEO of the National Women’s Law Center, released a statement on the passing of Cecile Richards.

“I am heartbroken by the passing of Cecile Richards. Cecile was a friend and mentor to me and countless leaders in our movement for freedom and justice. She was a fearless champion for abortion access and gender justice to the very end of her extraordinary life. Whether she was guiding, organizing, protesting, testifying or bringing people together, her unwavering courage and deep belief in the power of storytelling and the power of women transformed the fight for abortion rights and health care across the country.

“Cecile leaves behind a legacy of unshakable determination and a blueprint for how to advocate for the people and causes that need it most. She made us better with her rigor, humor and grace.

“My heart is with her family and her loved ones during this difficult time.”

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