Topic: National Organization For Women

Democratic leaders and activists, including Cecile Richards of Planned Parenthood and Terry O'Neill of NOW, characterized the Hobby Lobby ruling as a "war on women" and a form of gender bigotry. Critics argue the decision is being used as a political mobilization tool for the 2014 midterm elections. Despite the rhetoric, the legal reality ensures that insurance companies, rather than the employers, will bear the cost of providing the contested contraceptives to employees.

The California chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW) has filed a suit against Hooters, arguing the restaurant should be classified as an adult entertainment establishment. The hosts debate the "family-friendly" rebranding of the chain and the literal meaning of the "Hooters" name as a reference to owls.