Planned Parenthood Statement on Gov. Brown’s Naming of Rep. Becerra to AG Post

Washington, DC -- Planned Parenthood released the following statement on California Governor Jerry Brown’s announcement that he would appoint Representative Xavier Becerra (D-34) to succeed Senator-elect Kamala Harris as California Attorney General.

Statement from Cecile Richards, President of Planned Parenthood Federation of America:

“Planned Parenthood Federation of America applauds Gov. Brown's appointment of Rep. Xavier Becerra as California's Attorney General. Rep. Becerra is a long-time champion for women's reproductive rights and health. As a former California Deputy Attorney General, he understands the importance of a woman's right to access the full range of health care, including safe, legal abortion. At a time when reproductive health is gravely under attack in states across the country,  we need leaders like Rep. Becerra to be responsible stewards of the law and protect the rights of millions of Americans, including the 850,000 California women, men and families that Planned Parenthood serves every year.

“Thank you Governor Brown for your continued leadership for California women and their families.”

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Planned Parenthood is the nation's leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable health care for women, men, and young people, as well as the nation's largest provider of sex education. With approximately 700 health centers across the country, Planned Parenthood organizations serve all patients with care and compassion, with respect and without judgment. Through health centers, programs in schools and communities, and online resources, Planned Parenthood is a trusted source of reliable health information that allows people to make informed health decisions. We do all this because we care passionately about helping people lead healthier lives.