Just wanted to remind you all that tomorrow (Sat. 2/26) is Walk for Choice Day! Across the country, people will stand up for reproductive rights by walking in cities such as NYC, Boston (my city hoowah!), Chicago, DC, Dallas, Atlanta, Phoenix, Houston, Minneapolis, Tampa, Los Angeles, San Diego, Orlando, Seattle, Portland, Detroit and so many … Continue reading
Category Archives: Feminism
Standing in the Way of Control: Why the GOP’s Ongoing Attacks on Planned Parenthood Affect Us All
For most of my working life, I’ve lived paycheck to paycheck. As someone who worked full-time while putting myself through college, I never had a dime to spare. I’d often forgo health insurance in order to have money in my pocket. I knew it wasn’t the wisest decision, but if it was between buying groceries … Continue reading
Best Picture Nominee Post at Bitch Flicks: The Kids Are All Right
This excerpt is from a post written by The Opinioness, originally published at Bitch Flicks as part of their “Best Picture Nominee Review Series.” I was so excited to see The Kids Are All Right. I mean a film with not one, but two amazing female leads as well as a family headed by lesbian … Continue reading
Attack of the Anti-Choice Clones: Legislators Wage War on Women & Reproductive Justice…It’s Time to Fight Back
Okay, this fucking batshit douchebaggery has GOT to stop!! You probably already know what I’m talking about. And if you don’t, you’re in for a nightmarish awakening. I’m referring to the assault on reproductive justice; the war being waged over women’s bodies. I’ve wanted to write this blog post for weeks now. But every time … Continue reading
(Not) Everyone’s a Critic: Why the Lack of Female Literary Critics, Magazine Writers and Women in Media Matters
Tomorrow morning, I’m headed off to NYC (my fave city in the whole world!) to eagerly attend the 1st Annual Athena Film Festival, featuring documentaries and fictional films revolving around women and leadership. If it’s a feminist event…you know I’m there! Created to spotlight women in film, it got me thinking about the lack of … Continue reading
Taking It to the Streets: Egyptian Women Protest the Government Alongside the Men Yet Few Images of Women
Cross-posted at A Safe World for Women. As I’m sure you all know, Egypt has erupted in civil unrest a civil uprising. The largest anti-government protest in Egypt in 30 years, civilians are protesting President Mubarak’s regime, calling for his resignation. People have poured into the streets demonstrating, incited by skyrocketing inflation and severe … Continue reading
Fit to Print: Bust Magazine, The Feminist Press & Feminism in Media at Soapbox Feminist Winter Term – Day 2
If you haven’t guessed by now, I’m obsessed with the media. Films, TV, books, pop culture…I devour it all. As an aspiring writer, I love to read (I feel uneasy if I don’t have a book in my purse at all times) and network with other writers. So I was thrilled for my second day … Continue reading
No Woman’s Land?: Lack of Women’s Issues in President Obama’s State of the Union
As the wannabe politico that I am, I was excited for the State of the Union address last night. Although I knew I would miss Nancy Pelosi bouncing out of her chair and clapping every 2 seconds. President Obama always motivates and rouses an audience. So I was prepared to be uplifted again. But instead, … Continue reading
Hands Off My Womb: Looking at New Legislation Aiming to Restrict Abortion Access on “Blog for Choice Day”
If you’ve been a loyal reader of my blog (a big thank you if you have!!), you probably know that I passionately believe in protecting abortion access and a woman’s right to choose. With the 38th anniversary of Roe v. Wade tomorrow, today commemorates NARAL Pro-Choice America’s 6th annual Blog for Choice Day. It’s a … Continue reading
Giving Up the Gun: How Misogyny, Hate Speech & Violent Political Rhetoric Played a Role in Rep. Giffords Shooting
As the film freak/pop culture junky that I am, I try to watch all awards shows. The Oscars, SAGs, Tonys, Emmys…I’m addicted to them all so of course I watched the Golden Globes on Sunday night. I mean drunk celebs on a live awards show?! Sign me up! And while many recaps focused on the … Continue reading
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