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Learn about five little-known women in history who made big contributions to our modern world, from Yosano Akiko to Rosalind Franklin.
Women in the Shadow of the Criminal Justice System
Although men make up the vast majority of prison inmates, it is women who largely bear the brunt of the challenges spurred by the mass incarceration crisis.
Why All Men Should Be Feminists (According to a Male Feminist)
Here’s a piece of advice for you, guys: You don’t need to be ashamed of your privilege—but you need to be aware of it.
Here’s Exactly What’s Wrong With the Phrase ‘Calm Down’
Women who argue with men are often told to “calm down” simply because they’re expressing themselves.
Here’s What You Need To Know About Drag Kings
The drag kings scene in New York, led by Lee Valone Velour and others, shows that gender is performance.
Joan Didion’s Netflix Documentary Is an Intimate Look at Her Life
Joan Didion, who had long resisted being the subject of a documentary, granted her relatives use of a host of unseen material.
How Pink and Blue Became Gendered Colors
The colors pink and blue are considered gendered, but they had opposite meanings until recently.
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