Daily Skimm: Wake me up when September ends

Skimm’d while throwing it back to the ‘90s September 2, 2021[Read in Browser]( [FX Impeached: American Crime Story]( [Daily Skimm Logo]( Skimm’d while [throwing it back to the ‘90s]( [Invite friends]( [Quote of the Day] Quote of the Day "It's really like two best friends bickering" – [Simu Liu]( (aka Marvel's newest superhero) on his bond with castmate Awkwafina. The best ships are friendships. mailto:?body=Awkwafina and Simu Liu are giving us BFF envy #SkimmLife%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23qotd SCOTUS Has Spoken The Story Roe v Wade is officially [under fire](. Oh. Yesterday, the Supreme Court finally spoke out about Texas’s controversial abortion ban. And refused to block it. It’s one of the [most restrictive]( abortion laws in the country – banning the procedure as early as six weeks (before many women even know they’re pregnant). The law also makes no exceptions for cases of incest or rape. Abortion providers filed an [emergency application](, hoping SCOTUS would block the law – which President Biden said “[blatantly violates](” the Roe v Wade precedent. But that didn’t happen. So what happened? In a 5-4 decision, the Supremes said the abortion providers [didn’t make their case](. Adding that they didn’t address the "complex and novel" questions. The three liberal justices dissented, along with Chief Justice John Roberts. The law had already gone into effect during their ‘moment of silence,’ sparking outcry around the country. In Texas, abortion providers – who [worked up until]( the deadline to help dozens of patients – are turning people away. And are reportedly referring them out-of-state, where clinics are opening their doors to help. As are many [other orgs](. But the worst is yet to come. What do you mean? Aside from banning [more than 85%]( of abortions in the state, Texas’s new law incentivizes private citizens (from across the US) to turn into ‘[anti-abortion vigilantes](’ – allowing them to sue Texans for violating the law or helping someone get the procedure. (Whether they’re just giving someone a ride to the clinic, giving them money for the abortion, or a clinic performing the procedure.) And plaintiffs could win at least $10,000 for every successful lawsuit. Biden said he would work to “[protect and defend](” the rights established under Roe v Wade. But his admin fell short of providing actionable steps. What can be done? SCOTUS didn’t weigh in on the law’s constitutionality. Meaning, it can still be challenged in state courts. But by design, that’ll be [difficult](. That’s because the law isn’t enforced by state officials, but regular people – making it harder for abortion providers or clinics to figure out who they can sue to overturn it. Abortion advocates have vowed to continue [to fight](, calling on supporters to phone their representatives to [stand against]( abortion bans. But many are fearful for the long road ahead. Tell me more. This was [one of the first]( abortion cases to come before the solidly conservative bench since [Justice Amy Coney Barrett]( replaced the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. And there’s more on the docket. [This fall](, the Supremes are taking up a challenge to a Mississippi law that bans most abortions after 15 weeks. If their ruling on Texas’s ban is any sign of the future, Roe v Wade – which, reminder, established a woman's right to an abortion before fetal viability (think: around 24 weeks) – could get overturned. And it’s not just at the federal level. 2021 is reportedly the [worst legislative year]( for abortion rights since Roe v Wade (1973). Over 165 abortion bans have been intro’d, and 97 abortion restrictions [enacted](. theSkimm The Supreme Court’s decision is a major win for anti-abortion advocates, who’ve been trying to chip away at Roe v Wade. Now, eyes are on whether Dems in Congress will spring into action to save women's rights – and whether that starts by abolishing the [filibuster]( or [packing the court](. mailto:?body=SCOTUS said Texas’s abortion ban can continue #SkimmLife%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23scotus-has-spoken And Also...This Who could be seeing justice… [Elijah McClain’s family](. Yesterday, Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser (D) announced a 32-count indictment against three police officers and two paramedics in McClain’s death. In 2019, the 23-year-old Black man died after police in Aurora, Colorado, put him in a chokehold and paramedics injected him with ketamine. Back then, a coroner’s report listed his death as "undetermined." And a local DA said there [wasn't enough evidence]( to charge anyone. In 2020, the case gained [renewed interest](, after the deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. And Gov. Jared Polis (D-CO) ordered [the state AG]( to 'look into it.' Now, the five are facing charges. Including counts of manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. - [Reactions:]( The Aurora Police Association is defending the officers, saying they "did nothing wrong." McClain’s mother, Sheneen McClain, said she is “grateful” that her son is going to have justice. - [Reforms](: Since McClain's death, the state has banned chokeholds and limits paramedics’ use of ketamine to sedate people. But at the fed level, the [George Floyd Justice in Policing Act]( has yet to pass. mailto:?body=Elijah McClain’s family is seeing steps toward justice #SkimmLife%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%2309-02-2021-elijah-mcclain What took many by surprise... [Ida's remnants](. Yesterday, the tri-state area was rocked by strong winds and torrential rain brought on by what was left of Hurricane Ida. The weather prompted NY and NJ governors to declare a state of emergency. Flash floods and tornadoes hit the region, killing at least eight people and leaving subway systems and trains shut down. The [NOAA]( apparently recorded a 1-in-500 year rainfall event in NYC's Central Park. Unsurprisingly, many are pointing fingers at climate change. - [Ida's Path](: Before Ida hit the northeast, it struck Louisiana and surrounding states. Thousands of people there are still without power, water, or gas. And the death toll in the region has climbed to six. mailto:?body=Ida made an appearance in the northeast #SkimmLife%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%2309-02-2021-ida What people are talking about… [Purdue Pharma](. Yesterday, the company accused of fueling the opioid epidemic was dissolved after a judge conditionally approved a wide-ranging bankruptcy settlement. The settlement will distribute more than $4 billion over about nine years to fund drug treatment and prevention programs. But critics say it comes with a huge catch — some legal immunity. (Meaning: The Sacklers, aka the owners of Purdue Pharma, will be shielded from future opioid-related lawsuits.) They also would apparently not have to admit wrongdoing for their role in the epidemic — which earned them more than $10 billion from Purdue. Meanwhile, nine states objected to the settlement's terms, and several are planning to appeal. mailto:?body=A settlement deal with Purdue Pharma isn’t sounding like a deal to some #SkimmLife%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%2309-02-2021-purdue What's got many saying 'please, don't waste'... [COVID-19 vaccines](. This week, a report found that over 15 million coronavirus vax doses in the US have been thrown away since March 1. And that state govs and pharmacies (think: Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, and Rite Aid) are to blame. It all comes as the US plans to [roll out boosters]( amid the delta wave. And as many [developing nations]( can’t even get their hands on doses. The report doesn’t explain why the doses are being thrown out. But production errors could play a role. mailto:?body=The US is wasteful when it comes to COVID-19 vaccines #SkimmLife%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%2309-02-2021-vaccine-waste What’s taking action… [Reddit](. Yesterday, the online discussion site banned a forum known for spreading anti-COVID-19 vaxx content. But Reddit only did so after 135 subreddits went 'dark' to protest the site's inaction against COVID-19 misinformation. Truth hurts. mailto:?body=Reddit’s not letting COVID misinformation fly #SkimmLife%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%2309-02-2021-reddit What’s got us singing along to Olivia Rodrigo… [A digital driver’s license](. mailto:?body=Maybe a digital driver’s license will pave the way for selfies as ID pics #SkimmLife%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%2309-02-2021-driver-s-license If “Under Pressure” is your theme song, it's time to find ways to destress. Because burnout doesn't just impact your health. It can hurt your wallet, too. Think: always having to opt for rush-shipping or letting bills pile up when your to-do list is too long. [We Skimm’d]( more about how burnout affects your finances. And what you can do about it. Here are today’s recs to help you live a smarter life… 1. How to build a relationship résumé, and other career advice you didn’t know you needed. Courtesy of world-famous psychotherapist Esther Perel. [Our latest ep of “9 to 5ish with theSkimm,”]( sponsored by Dame, covers all things workplace dynamics and navigating important convos. [Listen up](.* 2. Something for the beauty lover in your life. Even if that’s you. The latest [SPARKED at Ulta Beauty™]( collection has skincare, makeup, body care, and more. Seriously. All from up and coming brands you won’t want to miss out on. [Shop now](.* 3. How to learn a new language in three weeks. That’s right. Weeks. [This language-learning app]( can teach you words you’ll actually use in conversation. (And not just the basics.) Plus, it’s even got tech to help you with pronunciation. PS: Skimm’rs [get 65% off](.* 4. Our guide to comfy bras you won’t mind wearing. Strapless ones, bralettes, and nursing bras, oh my. We cover how to wash ’em and make ’em last. Cheers to supporting [your breast friends](. *PS: This is a sponsored post. Skimm'rs We like to celebrate the wins, big and small. 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