Susan G. Komen for the Cure said today it was retreating from a decision to cut funding to Planned Parenthood, which provides abortion and birth control services, and apologized for a move that thrust the world's largest breast cancer charity into a deeply politicized controversy.
"We will continue to fund existing grants, including those of Planned Parenthood, and preserve their eligibility to apply for future grants, while maintaining the ability of our affiliates to make funding decisions that meet the needs of their communities," Komen said in a statement.
It's too bad that this situation happened in the first place as politics has NO business in breast cancer screening for those in need.
UPDATE (12:40 PM): Senator Richard Blumenthal released the following...
"This decision is a resounding victory for women's health care. Komen's reversal is a response to an overwhelming outpouring of support for women's health - which I was proud to be a part of. I applaud this decision to reconsider this damaging policy and restore Komen's partnership with Planned Parenthood, a trusted and effective provider of health services for millions of women across the country. Now more than ever, we must resist and reject baseless, ideological attacks on women's health care from extreme, right wing political groups. I look forward to continuing to work to ensure that every woman, regardless of income, has access to the vital health services she deserves. "
I applaud @KomenCT for continuing to honor their commitment to #PlannedParenthood: http://bit.ly/Ad9gwE #rightthingtodo
Dem. 5th Dist. Congressional candidate Elizabeth Esty released the following:
"I am very pleased that the Komen Foundation has reversed its decision and will continue to allow Planned Parenthood to apply for grants to provide vital health services for women. The public attention to this matter underscores the importance of women's health and the broad public support for ensuing that women's healthcare is affordable and accessible. It is also a solemn reminder that we must stand together in the fight and a testament to the strength and depth of support for these crucial rights."
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