Because we spoke so loudly, opponents of reproductive health access demonized and smeared me and others on the public airwaves. These smears are obvious attempts to distract from meaningful policy discussions and to silence women's voices regarding their own health care.

Summary

This quote highlights how individuals who advocate for reproductive health access often face opposition and attempts to discredit them. The speaker suggests that their opponents use demonization and smear tactics in order to undermine discussions about important policies and to silence women who speak up about their own healthcare experiences. It implies that these tactics are a deliberate strategy to divert attention away from the core issues surrounding reproductive health.

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