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Austin declares Feb. 27, 2025 Cecile Richards Memorial Day; family members and council honor her advocacy

2434598 · February 27, 2025
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The Austin City Council, represented by Mayor Pro Tem Vanessa Fuentes, proclaimed Feb. 27, 2025 as Cecile Richards Memorial Day; family members and council praised Richards' activism and legacy.

Mayor Pro Tem Vanessa Fuentes read a proclamation declaring Feb. 27, 2025 as Cecile Richards Memorial Day and called Richards a "trailblazer" whose career included roles at Planned Parenthood, the Ford Foundation and other organizations.

Fuentes said Richards "dedicated her career to making our community stronger, safer, and…

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