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Why the MRA ‘Manosphere’ Isn’t Actually Helping Men Cope with Rejection

January 4, 2016 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.

Ever Been Told You’re ‘Too Pretty to Be a Lesbian?’ Here Are 3 Ways to Respond

November 2, 2015 by Maddie McClouskey

Ever 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.

5 Questions Cis People Are Still Asking About Why Trans-Inclusive Language Matters, Answered

October 20, 2015 by Maddie McClouskey

5 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.

3 Ways White Cis Gay Men Can Do Better for the LGBTQIA+ Movement

October 14, 2015 by Maddie McClouskey

3 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.

Here Are 4 Ways to Navigate Whiteness and Feminism – Without Being a White Feminist (TM)

June 29, 2015 by Maddie McClouskey

Here 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).

Queer Male Body Image: A Feminist Crash Course

October 29, 2014 by Maddie McClouskey

Queer Male Body Image: A Feminist Crash Course

Unless you know queer men or you are one yourself, you probably have no idea just how many queer men struggle with eating disorders, exercise disorders, and/or incredibly negative body image. Fatphobia in gay male spaces is a social phenomenon, and it runs deep. This is a conversation we need to have both as queer activists and as feminists. Here’s why.

Mental Illness and Sexism: What Calling Women ‘Crazy’ Actually Does

September 24, 2014 by Maddie McClouskey

Mental Illness and Sexism: What Calling Women ‘Crazy’ Actually Does

Think about the last time you called someone crazy (to their face or behind their back). What message were you trying to send? I’m sure it wasn’t a positive one. Was the “crazy” person a woman? I wouldn’t be shocked. It would be hypocritical of me to shame you for it, because we’ve all done it. That’s why it’s important that we discuss it now.

The Many Faces of Homophobia: Microaggressions and the LGBTQIA+ Community

September 15, 2014 by Maddie McClouskey

The Many Faces of Homophobia: Microaggressions and the LGBTQIA+ Community

You think you know homophobia? Think again. The run-of-the-mill, tactless, Bible-thumping conservative with a penchant for accusing queer people of pedophilia isn’t the sole perpetrator of homophobia. You know those tiny backhanded comments that sound like compliments, but sort of negatively generalize groups of people? There’s a word for them: microaggressions.

Make the Most of Your Media Critiques in 5 Easy Steps

July 17, 2014 by Maddie McClouskey

Make the Most of Your Media Critiques in 5 Easy Steps

Social media is a great facilitator for interaction with the media. But I have to be honest: some of my fellow Internet activists have their work cut out for them when it comes to their social networking rants, namely those critiquing pop culture. Here are some ideas to keep in mind the next time you need to type out a diatribe about the latest media sensation.

4 Reasons Why Men Joke About Gay Rape

June 4, 2014 by Maddie McClouskey

4 Reasons Why Men Joke About Gay Rape

As a gay feminist, I’ve had to tell many the straight boy, “Those jokes make me feel uncomfortable. Please stop.” The percussive nature of gay rape jokes can certainly get a laugh, but they also speak to some of our societal attitudes regarding rape and queer sexuality. Here are some answers to the question, “Why do people think gay rape jokes are okay?”

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