How many of us can say we work at our dream job? Who actually does what they love? Last time in my feminist escapades in NYC at Soapbox Feminist Winter Term, I told you about our “Media Day.” For our third day, “Professional Development Day,” we discussed our future careers. In the morning, we met … Continue reading
Category Archives: Feminism
Why Women’s History Month Matters
Today marks the last day of Women’s History Month. Now you might be thinking, why do we even need a history month for women? Something I certainly heard quite often growing up. And in theory, you’d be right. Women’s history doesn’t exist separately; our lives intricately intertwine with men’s. Yet that’s precisely what happens in … Continue reading
Valley of the Dolls: The Faux Feminism of ‘Sucker Punch’ Turns Women into Fighting Fuck Toys
Once again, I fell for the siren song of a Zack Snyder movie. He lured me with a provocative, eye-catching trailer, all with the hopes of a great film; this time, a potentially feminist film! But just as in times past, as he did with 300 and Watchmen, he let me down. Perhaps that’s what … Continue reading
Boys vs. Girls?: Reducing the Decision to Attack Libya to Sexist Gender Wars
A gender war broke out last week in the media when Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Susan Rice and National Security Council Special Director Samantha Power all advised President Barack Obama to use military force in Libya. But sexism is no stranger to political media coverage. It’s hard for people … Continue reading
As the World Turns: Lack of Women Filmmakers Often Leads to Female Film Characters Revolving Around Men
Think of some of your favorite films. Now envision the plot and the characters. Is there a female character? Are there more than one? And if so, do they talk to one another? You might be saying why is The Opinioness asking this…of course there are movies with women talking to each other! But it … Continue reading
A History of Violence: Why We Don’t Care About Charlie Sheen’s Violent Treatment of Women
TigerBlood. Winning. Warlock edict. These words, derived from Charlie Sheen’s frenetic rants have seeped into our lexicon. He even has a new tour (WTF?!) entitled (wait for it) “Violent Torpedo of Truth,” which set a new record selling out in 18 minutes. He also set a record on Twitter for getting 1 million followers in … Continue reading
Her Girl Friday: Media Panel with Jodi Kantor, Ariel Levy & Latoya Peterson at Soapbox Feminist Winter Term – Day 2
I know it’s been awhile since I’ve shared with you all my feminist escapades in NYC participating in Soapbox Feminist Winter Term. Blame it on the bullshit anti-choice legislation, wine drinking and the Oscars. But I want you to get a sense of what this life-changing week encompassed. So let’s pick up where we left … Continue reading
I Want the World to Know, I’ve Got to Let It Show: Happy Feminist Coming Out Day!
Happy 2nd Annual Feminist Coming Out Day!! So here’s a pic of me coming out in my fab new “This Is What a Feminist Looks Like” T-shirt! Started by a queer student group and a feminist club at Harvard, who wanted to “put a face to feminism” and celebrate the range of diversity amongst feminists. … Continue reading
How Equal Access to Education Impacts Women’s Rights on “Blog for International Women’s Day”
Happy International Women’s Day (and the 2nd Annual Feminist Coming Out Day!)!!! Today marks the 100th Anniversary of honoring women’s rights globally. First celebrated in Austria, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland in 1911, “over 1 million women and men attended IWD rallies campaigning for women’s rights to work, vote, be trained, to hold public office and … Continue reading
Roll Out the Red Carpet: It’s Time for The Feminist Oscars!
As I’ve shared with you all before, I’m absolutely addicted to awards show. As the film fanatic that I am, I of course tuned in for The Opinioness’ Super Bowl aka The Oscars. But as I watched, I was dismayed and frustrated. Yes, my Natalie Portman won (Harvard-educated, a champion of micro-credit AND a vegan…LOVE … Continue reading
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