Yes, Uhura rocks. And yes, she asserts her agency. But no matter how opinionated, smart and fabulous she is, the gains made by Uhura begin to erode when you factor in the incessant sexism swarming around. Continue reading
Category Archives: Feminism
Is Pepper Potts No Longer the “Damsel in Distress” in ‘Iron Man 3’?
In ‘Iron Man 3,’ has Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow) evolved past the “damsel in distress?” Is she now an empowered badass? Continue reading
Nothing Can Save ‘The Walking Dead’s Sexist Woman Problem
Looking at Season 3 of ‘The Walking Dead,’ is there less sexism than last season’s appalling anti-abortion storyline with Lori’s pregnancy? Did the addition of badass Michonne change the gender dynamics? Continue reading
Why You Should Vote for Pro-Choice Ed Markey for Massachusetts Senate
If you live Massachusetts, get out there vote for Ed Markey for Senate. Here’s how he stands on the issues. Continue reading
In ‘Game of Thrones’ the Mother of Dragons Is Taking Down the Patriarchy
While many women orchestrate machinations behind the scenes, no woman is openly a leader, boldly challenging patriarchy to rule. Except for one. Daenerys Stormborn of House Targaryen. Continue reading
Equal Pay Day: The Gender Wage Gap Harms Women
It’s Equal Pay Day, a day to “celebrate” how women still don’t earn an equal wage to men for the same job. Even if you know a lady or two making bigger bucks than you — yes, the gender wage gap is real. And it sucks. Continue reading
Guest Post: Empowering Women Through Veganism
Veganism is a direct way every single person can actually make a difference to women all around the world. Read an excerpt of the article from Your Daily Vegan! Continue reading
