WASHINGTON, (Reuters) – Planned Parenthood Federation of America said yesterday it welcomed news that breast cancer charity Susan G. Komen for the Cure had reversed its decision to cease funding the organization, saying it looked forward to resuming work with a “trusted partner.”
“We are now heartened that we can continue to work in partnership toward our shared commitment to breast health for the most underserved women,” Planned Parenthood said in a statement. The statement surfaced after Komen decided to stop funding 17 of 19 Planned Parenthood affiliates, setting off a firestorm of protest from supporters who accused the charity of bowing to political pressure from anti-abortion activists.
Planned Parenthood had received about $700,000 annually from Komen.
