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If You Knew Raising the Minimum Wage Wouldn’t Tank the Economy, Why Wouldn’t You Do It?
Think a higher minimum wage would hurt the economy? It’s a common objection – but this info reveals the classist rhetoric that shows up behind it.
Read MoreWhy I Am Never, Ever, Ever Coming Out of the Closet
“If you think ‘it gets better’ for everyone, you are naive.” A first generation immigrant who can never come out – this shows why it’s still not easy to be queer in our society.
Read More7 Irritating Comments Women Cyclists Are Tired of Getting
#2: “Smile!” REALLY? From drivers to pedestrians to other bikers, these comments women cyclists get show the problem with gender norm assumptions.
Read MoreQuit Treating Femininity As a Negative Trait
“Girls like you are the reason women get no respect.” This shows something very wrong with the way society treats femininity. Can you relate?
Read MoreHow to Talk to Your Kids About Donald Trump’s Win
Have you talked to your kids about the election of Donald Trump? It’s tough to figure out how – here are some insights that can help.
Read More3 Reasons Why Donald Trump’s Misogynistic Downfall Was Inevitable
Some people think the reaction to Trump’s latest sexual assault video is the first sign of his campaign crumbling. But did you spot these signs of what was to come?
Read More3 Unethical Ways Medical and Nursing Students Are Taught to Do Pelvic Exams
Many people have had negative experiences with the gynecologist – but it doesn’t have to be this way. These harmful ways of learning pelvic exams are disturbing.
Read More25 Ridiculous Things I Shouldn’t Have to Do to Avoid Street Harassment
“What’s the big deal? It’s a compliment!” If you knew what we have to do to navigate street harassment, you’d have a hard time dismissing the problem – so here are some examples.
Read MoreHow to Treat a Lady On the Internet – Since Some of You Need Instructions
Entitled, sexist, and creepy behavior on the Internet has gone way too far. This primer lets you know what NOT to do when you come across women online.
Read MoreThis Trial Shows the Absurd Things Street Harassers Expect of Women in Public
If you experience street harassment, then this “trial” will be frustratingly familiar. This burden of meeting men’s expectations is more than anyone should have to deal with.
Read MoreWhy We Need to Stop Dismissing Bodily Autonomy for Children with Disabilities
Disabled people are still fighting for bodily autonomy – and the struggle often begins with consent in childhood. Here’s the impact on this author.
Read More5 Times I Didn’t Have to ‘Love Myself to Be Loved By Someone Else’
Is it true that you can’t love somebody else until you love yourself? That’s what people say, but these stories can remind you that it’s okay to accept healing love from others.
Read MoreThe Trauma of Mental Illness When Your Abuser Isn’t Real
This author knows what it’s like to hear emotionally abusive words – but the voice they’re coming from is in his own head. Here’s a powerful account of what he’s gone through.
Read MoreWhen Consent Feels Complicated, Remember These Teenagers’ Wise Words
We often discuss consent as simply “yes” or “no” – but do you know of situations when it feels more complicated? Degrassi visits a high school for some smart answers on tough questions.
Read More5 Lessons We Can Learn From the Orlando Media Coverage
Did you notice these things in mainstream media coverage of the Orlando shooting? Here’s what to do to when the media aren’t doing justice to communities in crisis.
Read More8 Ways Allies Can Show Up For the Queer Community After Orlando
If you want to help support queer folks as we heal from the horrific violence in Orlando, these are some great ways to step up as an ally.
Read MoreThe Danger of What Happens When Toxic Masculinity Fails Men
Society’s idea of what makes a “real man” creates toxic expectations for men. Here’s the disturbing result, with a promising idea for how we can change the traditional – and violent – definition of masculinity.
Read MoreCelebrities Read Awful Reactions to Male Survivors in This Powerful PSA
“That doesn’t happen to guys.” You may recognize some of the people in this Joyful Heart PSA – and sadly, the myths they’re repeating about male sexual abuse survivors may be familiar, too. Pass on the message to say #NoMore shame and stigma.
Read MoreHow Our Bail System Can Ruin Your Life If You’re Not Rich
This is the scary truth of how our bail system works – and many people don’t know it until it’s too late for them.
Read MoreThese Women’s Questions for Catcallers Really Show Why Street Harassment Needs to Stop
“Do you really think I owe you a response?” What would you say if you could be honest with your catcallers? These women captured exactly what’s on our minds.
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