On Our Radar: Feminist News Roundup

Here’s what we’re reading today:

• This essay by writer Steve Haruch about how it’s tricky being an Asian-American person on Halloween is a great take on the “don’t wear a racist costume” conversation. [Code/Switch] 

• Oh my God, this headline: “Missouri advances toward goal of ending all abortions, one law at a time.” [Guardian] 

• Speaking of which, read an excerpt of Katha Pollitt’s new book about reframing abortion as a social good. [The Nation] 

• A look at some of the most badass exploits of American suffragists in their campaign to win women the right to vote. [Autostraddle] 

• A writer looks at how she tried to remain willfully ignorant of Bill Cosby’s alleged widespread harassment. [For Harriet] 

• In the fall TV lineup, the most racially diverse shows are getting excellent ratings. [Colorlines]  

• And just for fun, a sociology professor rounds up the most bizarre “sexy” women’s costumes of the year. [Sociological Images] 

What did I miss? Add what you’re reading to the comments.