Politics
Abortion under 45 Hearkens Back to the Jane Era
It no longer seems irrational to believe that we might need to learn from the resourcefulness of prior generations that did not have access to legal abortion.
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Popaganda: How Do We Talk About Abortion?
In recent years, though, there’s been a big shift in the way we talk about abortion. People who’ve had abortions have been able to share their stories widely on social media. Though, of course, they’ve faced a lot of pushback and hatred, real people sharing their stories about abortion is... Read more »
Reframing Abortion to Breathe Life into a “Culture of Death”
What if we decided that abortion is beneficial, essential, and sacred—regardless of when life actually begins?
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When It Comes to Reproductive Rights, We Need More Than Science on Our Side
People who don’t support reproductive freedom invoke science too.
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Undecided: The Reliable Romanticizing of Unplanned Parenthood
The temptation to chalk our decisions up to the whims of some larger, intangible force—God, evolution, DNA, nature, life—is a powerful one.
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Digital Crackdowns on the Sex Trade Can Put Sex Workers at Risk
Raiding sex worker websites may look good for law enforcement—but it can push sex workers further underground.
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Raising the Minimum Wage Would Be the Best Black Friday Deal
Black Friday is a good time to reflect on the need for a bigger minimum wage.
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Red Handed: Kristen R. Ghodsee on Sex and Socialism
Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism highlights the stories of feminists and socialists who worked to make women’s lives better under socialism, while pointing to ways we can adapt their lessons for the future.
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No Welcome Mat: The Problem with Houselessness Policies
Instead of shaming people without homes, states should create programs that focus on securing housing for people.
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