Paul Feig Urges Fans to Protect Planned Parenthood
Paul Feig wants his followers to call Congress to defend reproductive health care services
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Feig’s Call To Action
Paul Feig used his Instagram platform to warn that “so many people’s freedom to get sexual and reproductive care … is in danger.” In a recent post (https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ7dGZhBvrO/), the Bridesmaids director wrote, “This is not a drill — that’s why I’m asking you to call your member of Congress and tell them to protect Planned Parenthood. Visit https://ppact.io/care to call. #IFightForPP.” The accompanying image shows Feig holding his phone, underscoring the urgency of his message.
Why This Matters
The call follows ongoing debates in Congress over funding for Planned Parenthood, which provides birth control, STI testing, cancer screenings and wellness exams to millions. Advocates argue that cuts would jeopardize access to these essential services, especially for low-income and rural communities. By speaking out, Feig joins a growing coalition of public figures urging lawmakers to maintain federal support.
About Paul Feig
Paul Feig is a veteran filmmaker known for helming hit comedies like Bridesmaids, The Heat and Ghostbusters (2016). A Brown University alumnus, he has built a reputation for female-led stories and passed the Bechdel Test across multiple films. Feig also directed the dark thriller A Simple Favor, which streams on Prime Video and earned critical praise for its twisty plot and strong performances by Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick.
How To Take Action
Supporters can follow Feig’s lead by visiting https://ppact.io/care to call their representatives. Advocates recommend asking Congress to “protect Planned Parenthood” and defend funding for preventive health services.
Feig’s post underscores the role creatives can play in civic engagement. By leveraging his online following, he aims to turn awareness into action—and to safeguard reproductive rights for millions.
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