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Amy Thompson’s Hilarious and Alarming Birth Control Sketch
If you’re a woman in America, who should really determine the kind of birth control you use and how you cover the costs? Ideally, you’d think, “That’s totally my decision!” But we don’t live in an ideal world. Comedian Amy Thompson captures this absurdity perfectly in her latest skit on her show, Ask Amy Thompson.
In her sketch, she humorously suggests, “Consult your doctor about birth control options. Then, check in with your boss about it. Don’t forget to ask your boss to consult a priest. And maybe a local scout for their opinion…” It’s hilarious because it highlights a painful truth. American women have faced a staggering amount of interference regarding choices that should only involve them and their healthcare providers.
The Hobby Lobby case from the previous year set a concerning precedent, allowing “closely-held” businesses to refuse to include contraception in their health plans based on religious beliefs. In other words, your employer might object to your birth control usage, impacting what your insurance will cover. Sounds reasonable, right? Not in 2015.
In a striking moment at the end of her video, a pharmacist casually tosses a gun to a child without batting an eye. While this may seem extreme, it reflects a troubling reality; a bill in Alabama aims to permit minors to possess handguns for hunting and recreational activities. We can deem children mature enough to handle guns, but still question women’s ability to make responsible contraceptive choices. It’s bewildering.
While we chuckle, it’s also a way to mask our frustration.
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In summary, Amy Thompson’s sketch brings humor to the serious issue of women’s reproductive rights, illustrating the absurdity of external influences on personal health decisions. We laugh to cope with the reality that so many women still face today.