Two Articles We Suggest You to Read On the End of Roe | HUR Reads
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Two Articles We Suggest You to Read On the End of Roe
HUR Reads is our definitive shortlist of the most prominent articles from around the web.
By HURS Team
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With Roe Gone, This Abortion Clinic Is Running Out of Time
The Cut’s Andrea González-Ramírez speaks with Red River Women’s Clinic’s owner and director Tammi Kromenaker to speak about where they go from here. For the past 21 years, Red River has been the only abortion provider in the state of North Dakota. But now the clinic’s days are numbered. González-Ramírez asks Kromenaker about how she’s feeling, what they’re currently doing and what people can do to support.
THE CUT
What books you enjoy, or have an emotional connection to are often stories you identify with. For generations almost all the people who had the power to approve books and stories in publishing were white. Resulting in America’s major publishers focusing almost exclusively on white readers. Luckily in comes Lisa Lucas. Lucas is the first Black publisher in Pantheon’s 80-year history, and one of the few to ever hold such a position at Penguin Random House U.S. Writer Marcela Valdes speaks to Lucas about book publishing and how to open up the industry.
THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE
An in-depth piece by writer Jia Tolentino on the aftermath of the end of Roe v. Wade. She explains we’re not just entering an era of unsafe abortions, but of the widespread criminalization of pregnancy. And in a world where we’re always under surveillance, we have to understand this doesn’t just impact pregnant women but also doctors, clinic staffers, pharmacists, volunteers and friends and family members.
THE NEW YORKER
Writer Tilly Macalister Smith explores the home of Danish jewelry designer Sophie Bille Brahe. Bille Brahe is known for her modern yet classic jewelry designs, with a focus on pearls and diamonds for everyday wear. The article includes a short interview with the designer on her work, inspiration, creative process and how she switches off.
WALLPAPER
Paris is seeing an influx of new international galleries, both small and large. The 8th arrondissement has been the most popular spot, effectively creating an art gallery hub. Writer Brian Ng notes the opening of a Hauser & Wirth gallery in Paris and also speaks to Charlotte Ketabi-Lebard and Paul Bourdet who recently merged their two galleries into one: Ketabi Bourdet. When asking gallerists about their newfound interest in Paris, Ng mentions Brexit is the most commonly cited reason. Additionally, France has always been important due to its concentration of collectors and institutions.