Rapid Response: Turning tears to action, w/Planned Parenthood’s Alexis McGill Johnson

Corporate Responsibility

Corporate responsibility is increasingly intertwined with social issues, as businesses face pressure to align with their values. Alexis Johnson emphasizes the importance of leadership in addressing the impact of social policies on their workforce and values. She argues that the loss of abortion access could cost the economy $105 billion and hinder the progress of women in leadership roles 1.

Many leaders have expressly said diversity in the C suite on the boards is a critical value for them.

--- Alexis Johnson

Bob Safian notes that businesses must navigate the risks of taking positions on social issues, as neutrality can be perceived as siding with the status quo 2.

   

Political Engagement

Organizations like Planned Parenthood are navigating political landscapes to influence policy changes. Alexis Johnson highlights the emergence of alternative economies in response to restrictive laws, stressing the importance of ensuring safe access to medication abortions 3. She also discusses the role of misinformation and extreme laws in shaping public discourse and policy.

It's not just that Roe has been overturned, it is the fact that there are now introductions of laws to ban the right to travel across state lines to get the care that you need.

--- Alexis Johnson

Bob Safian reflects on the long-term strategy required to counteract these challenges, acknowledging the need for local engagement to address national divisiveness 4.