I am a feminist. Yes, I said that dirty word. Picky? I’d say not. A hairy old man-hating lesbian bitch? Even better. How does an independent, feisty, intelligent, man-loving, woman-respecting,... Read more >>

Many girls growing up today in America ask themselves the very same question: If I were a Disney princess, which princess would I be? They can’t help it. They’re fed the homogenized,... Read more >>

“[A] hatchet [just] came down on my youth.” So wrote my friend Monique in the midst of an e-mail exchange with female friends about the death of Farrah Fawcett, one of the angels that we... Read more >>

My feminist friends and I haven’t been this divided in years, possibly dating back to when we broke ranks, identifying ourselves either as a Paul Girl or a John Girl. While power walking and... Read more >>

Increasingly, I encounter women who refuse to call themselves feminists. For some reason the word “feminist” is used less often in many circles. So many women live and breathe feminist... Join this chit chat >>

Alright feminists, prepare to shake your head and control your righteous anger. Business Insider is reporting that men who think women should have a “traditional” role make approximately... Read more >>

I was almost afraid to phone my dad but did anyway. I missed his voice and wanted his opinions. Like some cruel joke, my morning started on Super Tuesday with the first headline of the day stating... Read more >>

Six months pregnant and sick with yet another cold, I call my husband, Ed, on his cell phone. In barely-a-whisper, I ask, “Can you come home early? I’m not feeling well. I need help with... Read more >>

The Daily Beast recently polled 1,000 US voters about sexism in the 2008 elections. For me, the most striking poll result was that only 20 percent of women are willing to use the word... Read more >>

When I think back to where my head was in the days and early months of new motherhood, I could barely get dressed some mornings, let alone find the time to dissect and digest world problems. For me, a... Read more >>