Cecile Richards, Former Planned Parenthood President and Women's Rights Advocate, Dies at 67

Richards, a prominent leader in reproductive rights and progressive causes, passed away after a long battle with brain cancer.

Cecile Richards, who led Planned Parenthood from 2006 to 2018, died at home on Monday surrounded by family and her dog, Ollie.
Richards was diagnosed with glioblastoma, a type of brain tumor, in 2013 but remained active in advocating for reproductive rights and healthcare access.
During her tenure, she expanded Planned Parenthood's advocacy efforts and defended the organization against political attacks, including testifying before Congress in 2015.
Richards co-founded Supermajority in 2019 to mobilize women voters and continued to fight for progressive causes despite her health challenges.
Tributes poured in from figures like Hillary Clinton, Joe Biden, and Planned Parenthood, highlighting her legacy of fearless leadership and dedication to justice.