Scoop from the Times: Komen has backed down:
The Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation on Friday reversed its decision to cut funds for breast cancer screenings at Planned Parenthood affiliates and apologized, saying the move had cast doubt on its “commitment to our mission of saving women’s lives.”
The announcement came after an avalanche of criticism online from people voicing their dismay on Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr about the move. The decision led to hundreds of thousands of dollars in donations to Planned Parenthood this week, including a $250,000 donation that Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg announced on Thursday.
10:39 AM PT: See the front page and Lazy media reports Komen Foundation decision as reversal for a real story and skeptical viewpoint. I'm not sure it isn't a real reversal, though:
The Komen foundation said that it would be making calls to its key supporters and affiliates starting this afternoon. “We ask for the public’s understanding and patience as we gather our Komen affiliates from around the country to determine how to move forward in the best interests of the women and people we serve,” the group said. (From the Times story)
They are kicking back the decision to avoid further loss of face, but they know they have to surrender.