LAWRENCE — The Kansas Young Democrats plan to protest the ruling in Burwell v. Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. on July 7.  On a 5-4 decision on June 30, the Supreme Court ruled that closely held corporations may object to the birth control provision of the Affordable Care Act.

The Kansas Young Democrats released the following statement on the ruling: “We are disappointed in the actions of the United States Supreme Court.  Women’s equality is incontrovertible.  Young women are especially burdened by the costs of reproductive healthcare.  The all-male side that ruled in favor of Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. this past Monday has grossly expanded the rights of corporations by stepping on those of women’s.  This ruling will only expand the ways in which corporations can ‘object’ to any alleged burden.”

The Kansas Young Democrats believe that due to last Monday’s ruling – more young women will be galvanized to vote in this November’s election.  “We’re excited for the opportunity this has presented us.  Young people are interested in equality.  Young people are interested in the equitable treatment of their mothers, sisters and daughters.  Young people vote when they have a reason and the Supreme Court, like the backwards-thinking of Kansas Governor Sam Brownback, made a serious mistake that will require showing up to the polls in November to voice our displeasure.  This moves young Democrats closer to victory in November.”

The Kansas Young Democrats expect over fifty people to be in attendance this coming Monday.  The protest will occur on the sidewalks outside of the Lawrence, KS Hobby Lobby at 1801 W. 23rd Street. More information can be found on the Kansas Young Democrats Facebook Page.