Posts by Maddie McClouskey
Why the MRA ‘Manosphere’ Isn’t Actually Helping Men Cope with Rejection
Coping with rejection? If you’re like this reader who wrote to us, you know some straight men turn to MRAs, pick up artists, and other groups for support. Here’s why the Manosphere’s not giving the help you need.
Read MoreEver Been Told You’re ‘Too Pretty to Be a Lesbian?’ Here Are 3 Ways to Respond
Let’s be real: “You’re too pretty to be gay” isn’t really a compliment. This author’s got some hilarious commentary on why – and some effective strategies for dealing with the awkwardness.
Read More5 Questions Cis People Are Still Asking About Why Trans-Inclusive Language Matters, Answered
You’ve probably come across articles about the vocabulary to use for transgender issues. But do you know why it’s so important to use inclusive language? It’s not just about being “PC” – here’s why it really matters.
Read More3 Ways White Cis Gay Men Can Do Better for the LGBTQIA+ Movement
If you’re a white cis gay man, you know what it’s like to be marginalized. But you still have the most societal power in the LGBTQIA+ community, so here’s how you can use it to lift up the less privileged members of the community.
Read MoreHere Are 4 Ways to Navigate Whiteness and Feminism – Without Being a White Feminist (TM)
“Some White Feminists™ treat race the way everyone at Hogwarts treated the name ‘Voldemort.’” Here’s how to avoid being part of the problem (and, hint: the problem isn’t whiteness, it’s white supremacy).
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