Costco Won't Sell Abortion Pill as Religious Investors Declare Win
Costco said in a statement that it hasn't seen consumer demand for the pill, and had no comment on whether the conservative group had any role in its decision. The religious coalition includes Idaho-based Inspire Investing; conservative activist organization Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF); and treasurers and other financial officials from states such as Ohio, Texas, Nevada and Utah. Last year, the group had asked the company to not begin selling the medication.
'It's a very significant win and it's one we hope to build on this coming year,' said Michael Ross, legal counsel for the corporate engagement team at ADF.
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