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How would the US be different with a constitution focusing on human rights, rather than property rights? For one thing, it’d would’ve been harder for European colonists to legally justify slavery, genocide, and the left of land. We can’t rewrite the old constitution, but here’s why we need to act and what we can do to recenter Indigenous people in our country.

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Ever felt like someone you wanted to date was “out of your league?” Here are the thought patterns this concept traps you in – with more helpful ways to think about dating.

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“Isn’t that something Tumblr made up?” Some people are just rude about non-binary genders, but even some would-be allies tend to say these things.

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Dealing with trolls can make going online a nightmare. Which strategy do you use?

This author meets many people who want to be her ally, but don’t know where to start. These tips can help you support queer families in everyday ways.

How can you build a healthier masculinity for the new year? Challenging these damaging parts of the toxic masculinity status quo is a good start.

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“How did I go from being a carefree party girl to full-blown alcoholic?” This author realized alcoholism wasn’t what she thought it was – and that it actually includes a lot of her former behavior.

The idea of “passing” (or “looking cis”) often comes up as a goal for trans people. But not everyone wants to pass – and here’s why this author and other gender non-conforming people need us to ditch the idea.

When women take note of sexism during their daily lives, they stop accepting it as “normal.” But, in general, sexism, so densely woven into our habits, language, and traditions, is a subtle and slippery thing. Research shows that most people don’t see sexism even when it’s right in front of their noses. How do you think about and respond to these 10 everyday sexisms?

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You can be invested in animal rights, veganism, or vegetarianism without perpetuating other forms of oppression – but be sure to steer clear of these common ways the mainstream movements can be hurtful.

Caitlyn Jenner, Janet Mock, Laverne Cox. With trans people more visible than ever in the media, the way most of us talk about trans issues is misleading – and even harmful. Here’s how we can do better.

Is marriage really better for children? This research reveals the real culprit of kids’ struggles – and why simply pushing for marriage won’t solve anything.

Can you believe what some people have said to her about her work? This shows why it’s important to be aware of gender norms at work.

Lately, I’ve noticed a frightening Internet trend. It’s the #WomenAgainstFeminism movement. Do these anti-feminists really know what they’re talking about? Do they understand what feminism is, or are they ascribing their beliefs to antiquated or invented stereotypes about the movement? And how can we talk to anti-feminists about feminism in a healthy way?

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Do you know how much men influence access to abortion? While it’s called a “women’s issue,” men play a powerful role in abortion rights and stigma – and here’s the info that too many men are missing.

Can you relate to this author’s college struggles? Here are some of the obstacles making it harder for Latinas to succeed in higher education.

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Have you noticed how society treats some survivors as “good” and some as “bad?” Here’s the disturbing truth about where that comes from.

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You might know how great period-positivity can be – debunking harmful myths about menstruation is important. But do you know who period-positivity tends to exclude? Here’s how to include more people who need it.

Capitalism! Love it or hate, that’s the economy we rely on in America. Capitalism affects every aspect of our lives in very unique and complicated ways. It fuels industries like film, television, print, and digital media. It fuels — well, everything, including an atmosphere of homophobia and heternormalism in the media.

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.