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My Ex-Husband Used Religion As an Excuse to Abuse Me
She tried to be a “good Christian wife,” but her ex-husband and his family had a disturbing idea of what that meant.
Read More7 Ways White Jews Can Do Better By the Movement for Black Lives
Do you know how to support the liberation of black communities as a white Jewish person? Here are some strategies that can make a big difference.
Read MoreIt’s Not ‘Forced Sex,’ It’s Rape – And Why Not Calling It That Is Dangerous
People will talk in all kinds of circles to avoid saying the word “rape.” But do you know about the dangerous affect that has on our world?
Read More5 Books Written by Queer and Trans Women That Set Me Free
Readers bestow upon themselves that title because they become completely absorbed in pages and find pieces of themselves in the novels, poetry, and memoirs that they read. So what happens when you’re queer or trans and voices similar to yours are lacking? This author explains what that experience was like for her – and then shares the books that set her free.
Read MoreChivalry Must Die: On Women’s Expectations and Men’s Obligations
There’s a difference between being chivalrous and being nice. We should all be nice to everyone – regardless of their gender. But when you do something nice for women because of their gender, is not just being nice – it’s being chivalrous, which is based on the belief that women are fragile, delicate creatures who need special treatment.
Read More4 Reasons Taxing Menstrual Products Is Ridiculous
Wow – the arguments against taxing menstrual products show why these taxes are completely illogical. Not to mention just plain discriminatory.
Read MoreWhy Escaping Poverty Isn’t Nearly as Easy as People Think
There’s this idea that people can escape poverty if they just work hard enough – and it’s total BS. These facts will help you understand the real challenges of escaping poverty.
Read More6 Important Reasons Food Is a Political Issue
There’s a good chance that even your friends who are foodies or vegans haven’t thought all of this through. Find out why it’s more than “just food.”
Read More7 Phrases You May Not Think Are Fat Shaming – But Definitely Are
“You’re wearing that? You’re so brave!” It’s possible to fat shame someone without meaning to – so look out for these sneaky phrases that can cause more harm than good.
Read MoreGender Equality Explained in a Simple Mathematical Equation
In math, equality signifies that two entities have the same value — it does not communicate that an entity is greater, lesser, weaker, stronger.
Read MoreIf You’ve Never Lived In Poverty, Stop Telling Poor People What They Should Do
The brownstone I lived in for eight months in 2009 and 2010 had few amenities – the building often smelled like leaking pipes, the carpets were threadbare in many places, and the steam heater in the corner was completely out of my control, resulting in quite a few freezing mornings and sweltering nights. It did,…
Read More5 Outrageous School Policies That Are Pushing Black Girls Out of Schools
Aren’t schools supposed to be sites of learning and growth for young people? These horrible policies targeting young black girl tells a different story.
Read More5 Mental Health Lies That Might Be Keeping You From Getting Help
“2. Mental illness is a sign of weakness.” Is the stigma against mental health problems getting in the way of the support you deserve? Many people believe these myths – but the truth behind them might change your mind.
Read MoreNeed Help Dealing with Trolls? These Feminists Have 5 Ideas
Dealing with trolls can make going online a nightmare. Which strategy do you use?
Read More8 Ways People of Color are Tokenized in Nonprofits
There’s a type of racism in the workplace many of us have personally witnessed, perpetrated or experienced: tokenism. Tokenism is, simply, covert racism.
Read More4 Hidden Problems with All of This ‘Love Your Body’ Talk
Don’t love your body? You’re not alone – and here’s why we need to lay off the pressure to get everyone on board with the “love your body” movement.
Read MoreWhat Happens If You’re Genderqueer — But Your Native Language Is Gendered?
The way languages incorporate gender can have a powerful impact on the expression of identity.
Read More5 Lies That Dehumanize Poor People
If you believe these common ideas about poverty, you’ve been sadly misled. Prepare to be astonished by numbers that tell a very different story.
Read MoreA Stunning Response to the People Who Say Men Can’t Be Raped
“Boys always want it.” Watch this performance to the end – Akeemjamal Rollins has a powerful message about why we’ve got to stop silencing male survivors.
Read More4 Lies You’ve Fallen for If You Think the US Is a ‘Melting Pot’
Think people are going about anti-racism all wrong when they don’t “blend” their cultures into a melting pot? Here’s the ugly truth behind the melting pot idea.
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