Scarlett Johansson Explains Why Backing Planned Parenthood is Important.

Scarlett Johansson, the cover star for Cosmopolitan's May issue, openly discusses vital women's issues: funding for Planned Parenthood and the fight for equal pay.

Johansson criticizes GOP candidates wanting to cut Planned Parenthood's budget, emphasizing its role in women's health, citing her own positive experiences and highlighting the risks of limiting access.

The actress stresses Planned Parenthood's crucial role in detecting and preventing cancers, expressing concern about regressing on women's health and the potential rise of unsafe conditions for essential services.

Johansson supports equal pay, acknowledging her fortunate earnings in Hollywood. She views the issue as part of a broader feminist conversation, avoiding personal focus to address the larger problem.

The interview sheds light on Johansson's pride in earning as much as her male peers, placing her experience within the context of the broader wage gap issue in the entertainment industry.

For more insights from Johansson's interview, visit Cosmopolitan's website or grab a copy of the magazine from newsstands starting April 12.