For whatever reason? The reason is systemic racism. Here are three things Louisiana—and every state—could do to protect the lives of Black birthing people via @Essence. https://www.essence.com/news/solutions-for-black-birthing-disparities/
We think this victory in Australia was due in large part to the @VicWomensTrust "Matters that Count" participatory democracy campaign which energized women across the country. Over 100 groups made contact with candidates across 55 electorates in 7 states. https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/australian-women-unleash-new-political-force-climate-integrity-2022-05-22/?tpcc=nlbroadsheet