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Thursday Ann Bonwill: A Pioneer in the Field of Reproductive Justice

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Thursday Ann Bonwill was a pioneering figure in the field of reproductive justice. She was a tireless advocate for women's rights, and her work has had a profound impact on the lives of countless people.

Bonwill was born in 1937 in New York City. She graduated from Radcliffe College in 1959 and from the University of Michigan Law School in 1962. After law school, she worked as a staff attorney for the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and as a legal counsel for the Center for Constitutional Rights.

In 1970, Bonwill joined Planned Parenthood Federation of America as its general counsel. She quickly became one of the leading voices in the fight for reproductive rights. She argued numerous cases before the Supreme Court, including the landmark case of Roe v. Wade, which legalized abortion nationwide.

Bonwill also played a key role in the development of the Title X program, which provides funding for family planning services to low-income women. She served as the director of the Title X program from 1973 to 1977.

In 1995, Bonwill was appointed by President Clinton to the National Bioethics Advisory Commission. She served on the commission for six years, and she was a vocal advocate for women's reproductive rights.

Bonwill died in 2004 at the age of 66. She was a tireless advocate for women's rights, and her work has had a profound impact on the lives of countless people. She will be remembered as a pioneer in the field of reproductive justice.

Legacy

Thursday Ann Bonwill's legacy is one of fighting for women's rights and reproductive justice. She was a tireless advocate for women's right to choose, and her work has had a profound impact on the lives of countless people.

Bonwill's work has helped to ensure that women have access to safe and legal abortion. She also played a key role in the development of the Title X program, which provides funding for family planning services to low-income women.

Bonwill was a true pioneer in the field of reproductive justice. Her work has helped to shape the legal landscape of reproductive rights in the United States. She will be remembered as a tireless advocate for women's rights and a champion of reproductive justice.