If you’re looking for a way to express your feelings about Donald Trump while also supporting a vital cause, a new treat is here to help. Indulge in these “Trump Sucks” lollipops, and in the process, back Planned Parenthood.
Smith & Sinclair, a UK-based company known for creating edible cocktails, has crafted these unique lollipops as a delicious statement against the current administration. Each pop comes in two tasty flavors: butterscotch with sea salt and strawberry with mint. The company encourages you to enjoy this sweet treat while making a statement that resonates.
What makes this initiative even sweeter is that all profits from the sales will be donated to the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF). This organization is dedicated to championing sexual and reproductive health and rights for all, particularly those who are underserved. With a network of 152 organizations operating in 172 countries, the IPPF ensures that women have access to essential services, including contraception and family planning. In fact, the IPPF provided over 89 million sexual and reproductive health services in just 2011.
Trump’s administration has taken steps that negatively affect such organizations, including slashing funding that supports their crucial work. His executive order prohibits federal funding for international health organizations that provide or even discuss abortion services. If you’re thinking, “I don’t want to fund abortions,” it’s important to note that U.S. aid never went towards them due to the 1973 Helms Amendment, which already restricted foreign aid for abortion. The Global Gag Rule further complicates matters by preventing organizations from using their own funds to provide abortion services if they receive U.S. aid.
It’s concerning that the current administration seems to dictate how nonprofits should allocate their resources, especially since restrictive laws do not diminish the occurrence of abortions but rather make them less safe. According to the Guttmacher Institute, cutting off funding makes it even harder for women to access birth control, thus increasing the need for abortions. If the goal were truly to assist women in family planning, efforts would instead focus on enhancing support for these international organizations.
Until we see change in the political landscape, the best way to support reproductive rights is to donate to local Planned Parenthood chapters and enjoy some of these lollipops that send a clear message: Trump, you suck. As the creators aptly put it, these treats are “Best consumed by 2020 but ideally much, much sooner.”
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In summary, Smith & Sinclair’s “Trump Sucks” lollipops serve as a delicious way to express discontent with the current administration while supporting the vital work of Planned Parenthood. Enjoy a sweet treat, make a statement, and contribute to the cause.