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Why I’ll Be Taking a Pass on an Engagement Ring
I’ll be the first to admit that in the roster of my personal values, “tradition” and “convention” are solidly near the bottom of my list. Consequently, my gut reaction to engagement rings is bafflement. Of all the customs surrounding weddings, why is one of the most revered symbols of marriage a tangible reminder of the sexist history of the institution?
Read MoreCensus Says: Women Are Still Getting the Short End of the Stick
A lot of Americans are still struggling with extreme poverty – and women are getting the short end of the stick on pretty much all fronts. This year, the Census data revealed that one in seven women live in poverty. These crazy-high numbers of poor American women are nothing new. But they’re still unacceptable. Now go out there and do something about this inequality.
Read More10 Things Cosmo Doesn’t Teach Women About Great Sex
Cosmo has a lot to say about sex. But what they have to say is based on tired stereotypes, heteronormativity, and traditional gender roles. As such, most of their “advice” is anything but helpful. They aren’t giving women the factual and comprehensive information about sex that they probably need. So instead, remember these rules for having great sex.
Read MoreDealing with Racialized Sexism
Racialized sexism sneaks into spaces that claim to have the best interests of women and People of Color at heart. Dealing with racialized sexism means dealing with the fact that every person holds multiple political and social identities that blend and intersect. Therefore, assuming that all experiences of sexism are just variations of the same thing is a mistake.
Read MoreAn Open Letter to Feminist Trolls
Any outspoken feminist will tell you that among the most common insults they receive are “slut,” “bitch,” and “cunt.” But the funny thing is, those are actually among the least effective insults to throw at a feminist! In this week’s video headline, Melissa A. Fabello will discuss the many ways these words fail to do the damage they’re intended to, and how they only make feminism stronger.
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