Rosa Casey-Teeley
Rosa Casey-Teeley is a first-year undergraduate student at American University, where she is pursuing a dual degree in Political Science and Economics. Originally from Bethesda, MD, Rosa graduated from St. Andrew’s Episcopal School before continuing her academic journey.
At American University, Rosa is an active member of the College Democrats as well as the Interfaith Club, where she engages in discussions and initiatives around political engagement and social justice. With a passion for public service, Rosa is planning to attend law school after graduation to further pursue a career in public interest law. When not studying, Rosa can be found volunteering for Make-A-Wish, watching New Girl with her roommate, trying a new brunch spot, or reading a good book!
Rally for Patients’ Rights: A Day at the Supreme Court
On April 2nd, I joined Policy Intern Jeffrey Jordan and Policy and Advocacy Associate Tranée McDonald at the “Rally for Patient’s Rights” outside of the Supreme Court. That week, SCOTUS was hearing arguments on whether Medicaid patients would retain their right to choose their healthcare provider, stemming from South Carolina’s attempt to defund Planned Parenthood. The case, which began in 2018 when South Carolina’s governor barred Planned Parenthood of South Atlantic from providing Medicaid-funded services, threatens not only Planned Parenthood’s operations but could also reshape how states control access to healthcare.
Do No Harm: Resisting the Misuse of Religious Exemptions
When does the right to religious freedom become a justification for harm? This question is at the heart of the misuse of religious exemption laws. These laws – protections granted under the First Amendment and utilized for centuries by individuals of all faiths – have been exploited by Christian Nationalists to undermine other fundamental rights, including equality and non-discrimination.
