** Trigger warning ** I am a statistic. I represent the 1 out of 6 American women who are victims of attempted or completed rapes in their lifetimes. I am among those victims who never reported their rape(s) to the authorities. I am one of those victims who shouldered this secret in silence for years,… [Read more…]
May 15, 2011
Is Obama Pro-Choice?, Feministing Mother Loses Custody Battle for Having Breast Cancer, Ms. Magazine Cheer Her Rapist? Let’s Make Noise Over This, Women’s eNews Kansas Passes Restrictive Abortion Insurance Law, Jezebel An Entreaty to Rational Pro-Life Supporters, Feminists for Choice
May 8, 2011
As this Mother’s Day comes to a close, I’d like to thank my mother for all that she has done for — and with — me these past 29 years. She mastered the art of parenting while remaining one of my closest confidants, even during those rocky adolescent years, which is a skill I still… [Read more…]
March 11, 2011
Hello sherights reader! This is just a quick note to let you know there won’t be any posts for the next couple of weeks, as I’ll be on vacation. In my absence, please feel free to post in the comment section any links to stories you think are of interest. When I’m back, I’ll take… [Read more…]
February 23, 2011
So I just learned of a new “reality” TV show, Shedding For The Wedding. And even though I’ve yet to see an episode (and doubt that I ever will), I have a real problem with its premise. It’s pretty much The Biggest Loser meets one of the zillion wedding reality shows clogging TV land. And… [Read more…]
February 6, 2011
There’s no denying that I’m not a sports fan. I never have been. So it may not come as a surprise that I won’t watch the Superbowl today. But it’s not for the simple reason of not enjoying – or understanding – the game. I will not partake in the Superbowl because between the two… [Read more…]
January 27, 2011
I try my best to be a fiscally responsible feminist, which means supporting businesses that support pro-women efforts. However, knowing what issues conglomerates lend financial support to can be a tricky guessing game. But guess no longer! TrustWomen has provided us with a list of pro-choice companies. The best part is that they got this… [Read more…]
January 25, 2011
As a voracious reader, I’m always in the market for a good book, especially ones that touch on women’s issues. I’ve taken the liberty of compiling a preliminary — and by no means comprehensive! — list of books/websites/magazines that are essential for any feminist. Of course, please help me build this list by leaving comments… [Read more…]
January 23, 2011
January 21, 2011
With several friends of mine getting pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant, I’m reminded of an often overlooked issue: pregnancy discrimination. For years, women have struggled against numerous forms of discrimination in the workplace, including unequal pay, sexual harassment, unpaid leave, and maternal profiling. Despite it being 2011, pregnant women are being targeted for workplace… [Read more…]
August 31, 2011
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