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Key Points in GOP Platform Adopted in Tampa
Some key elements of the Republican platform, which is to be approved Tuesday at the party's national convention in Tampa, Fla.
National
Romney Claims Abortion Ban Exceptions, Party Disagrees
Mitt Romney would allow abortion in some cases, although his party will not.
As The Conventions Fire Up, Women Loom as Undecideds in Key States
A nation at war, crippling joblessness and a looming budget standoff that could wreck the economy have been overshadowed in recent days by an issue that polls show doesn't even …
All Eyes on Isaac as GOP Convention Approaches
Mitt Romney's Republican National Convention sputters to life Monday with the lonely banging of a gavel in a mostly empty hall, then hits full speed on Tuesday.
Rape Is Not A Political Weapon
The last week has been a tough week for women, especially rape victims. And it's been a very revealing one.
Crime
Is 'Forcible' Better than 'Legitimate'?
Unless you've been hiding from everything electronic this week, you've heard about Rep. Todd Akin, a six-term Republican from Missouri, making comments about rape last weekend.
Rep. Akin Defies GOP, Romney to Stay in Senate Race
"I misspoke one word in one sentence on one day, and all of a sudden, overnight, everybody decides, 'Well, Akin can't possibly win,'" Akin said on a national radio show …
Akin Rejects Uproar Over 'One Word,' Vows to Stay in Race
Rep. Todd Akin renewed his vow to carry on with his embattled Senate campaign Tuesday, even as a key deadline loomed to withdraw from the race over his comments that …
'Toxic' Rep. Akin Fights to Save GOP Senate Bid
Rep. Todd Akin fought to salvage his Senate campaign Monday, even as members of his own party turned against him and a key source of campaign funding was cut off.
Paul Ryan in 2010: 'I'm As Pro-Life as a Person Gets'
Since Mitt Romney selected Paul Ryan as his running mate, the presidential campaign's focus has largely centered on the Wisconsin congressman's ambitious plan to transform Medicare and slash government spending. …
Rep. Akin Apologizes But Won't Leave Senate Race
Missouri Rep. Todd Akin apologized Monday for his televised comments that women's bodies are able to prevent pregnancies if they are victims of "a legitimate rape," but he refused to …
The 'Solid South' Growing More Complex As Demographics Change
The "Solid South" was a political fact, benefiting Democrats for generations and then Republicans, with Bible Belt and racial politics ruling the day. But demographic changes and recent election results …
Tenn. Abortion Clinic Closes, Citing New Law
A new Tennessee law requiring abortion doctors to have admitting privileges at local hospitals is being blamed for the closure of a longtime Tennessee abortion provider.
FRC Head Perkins Blames Southern Poverty Law Center, Others for Shooting
Family Research Council President Tony Perkins said "reckless rhetoric" from organizations that disagree with his group's opposition to abortion and same-sex marriage was to blame for the shooting.
Romney's Veep Pick, Rep. Paul Ryan, a 'Double-Edged Sword'
Even before Wisconsin sent Paul Ryan to Congress, he was meticulously carving a path that seemed to point only upward.
Susan G. Komen President Resigning, Founder Shifting Roles
The president of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is resigning, and founder Nancy Brinker is moving away from its day-to-day management
Technology
Curiosity Floods Us with Images of Mars
"Spectacular," mission deputy project scientist Joy Crisp said of the footage. "We've not had that before."
City & County
JFP Sunday Report: 10 Local Stories of the Week
It was an enterprising news week at the Jackson Free Press. Here are 10 local stories you shouldn't miss.
Health Care
Opening the Door
I drive past the abortion clinic on State Street daily. Or rather, I drive past the Jackson Women's Health Center office on State Street daily. Because that's what it is: …
Cover
Inside The Abortion Clinic Battle
Emily Lyons arrived at work early the morning of Jan. 30, 1998.
