Planned Parenthood Consolidates in NE Ohio

Absolutely dismayed by Ohio's 48th out of 50 states' ranking in providing abortions, satellite Planned Parenthood groups have consolidated to create Planned Parenthood of Northeast Ohio, headed by CEO Tara Broderick.

A goal of the consolidation is to eliminate duplication of efforts and reduce administrative costs, Broderick said. Instead of five separate boards, there will be one 24-member board.

The President of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Cecile Richards, formally announced the consolidation which became effective on July 1st.

Richards gave a speech at the City Club of Cleveland on Friday in which she praised the efforts of Gov. Ted Strickland and Sen. Sherrod Brown, both Democrats.

She also said it was important to elect a pro-choice president in 2008.

"It's just great news," Richards said. "I think it means Planned Parenthood is going to be stronger.

"It's a new day in Ohio."

Obviously, the consolidation is a thrilling event to some people. Excuse me for not sharing in the excitement. It's beyond my capabilities to understand how anyone could get pumped up about the abortion business.