Family Planning Post-Roe, US-ASEAN Relations Ahead of Summit, and More

May 12, 2022

Nearly half of reproductive-age women live in a state expected to ban or restrict abortion. Many of these same states also have high unplanned pregnancy rates and low contraceptive use. In a post-Roe world, improving access to highly effective contraception will be more important than ever, Ember Smith and Morgan Welch write.

Eight Southeast Asian leaders are in Washington this week for a special summit hosted by U.S. President Joe Biden. Jonathan Stromseth explains what to expect from the meetings and the Biden administration’s approach to the region so far.

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93% of the U.S. population has access to at least one of four food delivery options: Amazon, Instacart, Uber Eats, and Walmart. The digitalization of America’s food system offers a historic opportunity to address food insecurity—capitalizing on it will require policymakers and stakeholders to address broadband internet gaps and high prices, argue Caroline George and Adie Tomer.

In their companion piece, George and Tomer offer additional insights on America’s digital food system and how it can be harnessed for the public good.

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