Posts Tagged ‘Class’
Dear Middle-Class People: It’s Time to Cut the Entitled ‘Networking’ Crap
Have you noticed how our society encourages people with class privilege to see people around them only in terms of how they can use them? If you’re holding these elitist values, this author’s got news for you.
Read More3 Reasons Why All Feminists Should Support Domestic Workers’ Rights and Welfare
Does your feminism include domestic workers? This infuriating info on what domestic workers are going through will show you why it should – with some ideas for you to help make these issue a priority.
Read MoreDon’t Fall for These 3 Excuses for Gentrification – They’re Excusing Colonization, Too
Ever heard that gentrification can change neighborhoods in a “positive” way? Here’s why it’s dangerous to think gentrification is inevitable, or even a sign of progress.
Read MoreThe Painful Truth About What It Means to Be ‘Working Poor’ in America
You might think it’s not so bad to be “working poor” – after all, these people have jobs and won’t be poor long if they work hard enough, right? If only it were that simple – here’s what’s really going on.
Read More10 Things No One Should Ever Say to People Who Are Struggling Financially
Demonizing poor people is so common in the US. And even if you’re well-meaning, you might add to someone’s struggles if you say one of these misguided statements.
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