American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is the largest association of obstetricians and gynecologists in the United States. ACOG advocates for quality care in women's health, providing education, practice guidelines, and professional support for its members. The organization emphasizes the education of both medical professionals and the public to enhance women's health care.

CCI Score

33.60

-0.10% May 31

Latest Event

ACOG Opposes Texas Abortion Ban Bill

ACOG issued a statement opposing the recent Texas Senate law that clarifies exceptions to the state's abortion ban, arguing that it maintains the ban’s harmful impact on women’s healthcare.

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American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

These companies are vocal in their opposition to authoritarian regimes. They publicly criticize oppressive policies and engage in advocacy efforts to promote accountability and transparency, even if their actions aren’t as extensive as those of Moral Leaders.

Latest Events

MAY

01

2025

ACOG Opposes Texas Abortion Ban Bill
70.00

ACOG issued a statement opposing the recent Texas Senate law that clarifies exceptions to the state's abortion ban, arguing that it maintains the ban’s harmful impact on women’s healthcare.
FEB

12

2025

ACOG Coalition Advocates for Medical Autonomy and Patient Privacy
67.94

ACOG, in coalition with several leading ob-gyn organizations, issued a statement opposing legislative and regulatory interference that undermines the patient–physician relationship, curbs scientific research, and threatens patient privacy. The statement calls on policymakers to respect medical autonomy and preserve the integrity of evidence-based health care.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

May 1

The coalition’s statement explicitly opposes government and legislative actions that disrupt the patient–physician relationship and impede scientific research, representing a strong anti-authoritarian stance. By defending medical autonomy and patient privacy, the organization aligns with progressive, anti-fascist values, earning a positive score.

Coalition of Ob-Gyn Medical Organizations Calls for Autonomy and Privacy for Members and Their Patients
FEB

03

2025

ACOG Advocates for Uncensored Access to Scientific Research
77.46

ACOG issued a statement calling on federal policymakers to ensure that scientific research and clinical data remain freely accessible, underscoring the importance of evidence-based care and warning against the politicization and censorship of medical data.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

May 1

ACOG's public statement emphasizes the critical need for uncensored access to scientific research and clinical data. This advocacy promotes transparency and evidence-based decision-making, resisting the trend toward politicization of research, which is a key anti-authoritarian principle.

ACOG Urges Uncensored Access to Scientific Research and Clinical Data
MAY

01

2023

ACOG Donates to Anti-Abortion Politicians
-48.70

ACOG’s political action committee, Ob-GynPAC, donated over $1.25 million to anti-abortion legislators over the past decade, which represents nearly 38% of its total donations. This donation pattern contradicts the organization’s stated support for abortion rights and may contribute to political movements that restrict reproductive autonomy.
-60

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

May 1

The donation of $1.25 million to anti-abortion legislators by ACOG’s PAC undermines its public commitment to abortion access. This political contribution supports candidates who have actively worked to restrict reproductive rights, aligning with authoritarian interests that contradict progressive, patient-centered healthcare values.

Biggest Ob-Gyn Group Donates to Anti-Abortion Politicians - TIME
APR

28

2023

ACOG PAC Funding Raises Alignment Concerns on Abortion Access
-40.55

A study analyzing Ob-GynPAC contributions from 2012 to 2022 reveals that ACOG has provided significant financial support to legislators with anti-abortion access positions, including those explicitly opposing Roe v. Wade. This funding approach appears to contradict ACOG’s publicly stated commitment to abortion as essential health care and undermines its dedication to patient autonomy.
-50

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

May 1

ACOG’s Ob-GynPAC contributions have been directed towards legislators who oppose abortion access, with a substantial portion supporting those explicitly against Roe v. Wade. This evident misalignment between its stated position on preserving abortion access and its financial backing of anti-abortion legislators undermines progressive values and raises concerns over the organization’s public and political behavior.

Abortion Policy Positions of Federal Legislators Who Received Support From the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, 2012-2022
JUL

01

2022

ACOG Releases Joint Statement Opposing Legislative Interference
59.74

ACOG, in coordination with over 75 healthcare organizations, issued a joint statement opposing legislative interference in the patient–clinician relationship. The statement underscores the importance of evidence‐based reproductive health care and opposes policies that could limit access to abortion and other essential services, reflecting a commitment to safeguarding patient rights and countering authoritarian efforts in healthcare.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

May 1

The joint statement is a clear demonstration of ACOG's commitment to protecting patient-clinician trust and evidence-based care against legislative limitations that mirror authoritarian control. This public and politically engaged action aligns with anti-fascist values by resisting policies that undermine scientific integrity and marginalized community care.

More Than 75 Health Care Organizations Release Joint Statement in Opposition to Legislative Interference
AUG

01

2020

ACOG Issues Joint Anti-Racism Statement
49.33

ACOG, alongside multiple professional organizations, issued a joint statement in August 2020 committing to collective action against racism in obstetrics and gynecology. The statement outlines strategies including education on the field’s oppressive past, formal recognitions of historical injustices, and policy advocacy to reduce racial disparities in healthcare.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

May 1

The joint statement represents a strong public and political stance against systemic racism and oppression in healthcare. By acknowledging historical injustices and committing to transformative reforms, ACOG demonstrates a progressive, anti-authoritarian approach that supports marginalized communities and promotes equity. This proactive engagement in addressing societal injustices merits a positive score under Public and Political Behavior.

Joint Statement: Collective Action Addressing Racism - ACOG