Newest civil right: Breastfeeding?

The law was introduced by Councilmember Bruce Harrell who argued that breastfeeding could reduce infant mortality rates among minorities. In Seattle, American Indian and African Americans have infant mortality rates two times higher than other groups.

“If we change cultural norms, that people realize it’s important to have a healthy Seattle, that people will breastfeed in public areas, it begins the conversation as to why,” Harrell said, according to KING 5 TV.

Following a city council discussion about the measure Wednesday afternoon, a dozen mothers gathered for a “feed-in,” according to KING 5.