SMNTY Classics: Is Plan B access bad for girls?

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SMNTY Classics: Is Plan B access bad for girls?

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A while back, a court decision to lift age restrictions on purchasing Plan B emergency contraception set off a firestorm of controversy. In light of current events, let's revisit this classic episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Jun 1, 2019

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