Tag Archives: feminism

Misogyny and MakeUp, a.k.a. If You Want to be an Ally, Stop Talking and Listen

Oh Facebook. The land where radical feminists live next to redneck farmers, miles apart from each other in every way, but still neighbors on my status feed. I love the diverse opinions it brings. I love the dialogue and chances … Continue reading

Posted in Essays, Featured, Feminism, Headline, Off Our Chests, Opinions, Personal, Politics, Rants | Tagged , , , , , | 6 Comments

My Dad and Guy Kawasaki, a.k.a. The Importance of Talking About Feminism and Stereotyping

Right after the whole titcircle debacle, I was sent a link to an article on the Huffington Post written by Peg Fitzpatrick called “Words Have Power, Use Them Wisely.” Peg Fitzpatrick is the assistant to Guy Kawasaki, one of the … Continue reading

Posted in Alternative Families, Essays, Events, Featured, Feminism, Headline, LGBT/Queer Politics, Off Our Chests, Opinions, Personal, Politics | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

I Still Have Shame About Sex and I Hate It

I hate that I still have shame about sex. When I was thirteen, I went to see The Truth About Cats & Dogs with my family at the newly renovated, state-of-the-art theater two towns over. The verdict afterwards was unanimous: … Continue reading

Posted in BDSM/kink, Confessions, Essays, Featured, Headline, LGBT/Queer Politics, Off Our Chests, Personal, Politics, Queerie Bradshaw, Sex | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Feminist Politics: Fluke vs. Limbaugh

I’ve been only somewhat following this whole Sandra Fluke and Rush Limbaugh debate mostly because it’s been all over the media. But in yesterday’s report, I couldn’t stop laughing at Limbaugh’s pathetic statement regarding many of the sponsors of his … Continue reading

Posted in Featured, Feminism, Health, Off Our Chests, Politics | Tagged , , | 1 Comment