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"There Have Been Points in My Life When I Have Felt Like Feminism Was Not for Me"
Mikki Kendall, author of Hood Feminism, on how the mainstream feminist movement has largely ignored women of color.
By Megan DiTrolio Published
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Let's Stop Prying Into the Personal Lives of Women Writers, Shall We?
I wrote a novel that touches on domestic violence—and perfect strangers felt entitled to ask if I was a victim.
By Leah Konen Published
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Defund the Pro-Life Movement
Judging by the collection of chirpy headlines about the latest SCOTUS decision on abortion rights, I should be ecstatic, but instead, I’m livid.
By Liz Plank Published
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What If Fertility Didn't Have a Shelf Life?
Nicole Shanahan and Sergey Brin’s struggle to start a family launched a new era in scientific research. The goal: End menopause.
By Bonnie Rochman Published
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Ellevest's Brand-New Membership Model Is Its Most Accessible Yet
The female-focused financial planning service just launched a new program designed to help “women, non-binary people, and male allies" invest.
By Megan DiTrolio Published
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Michelle Caruso-Cabrera Is Looking to Take Over AOC's House Seat
U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez broke ground as one of 100 women elected to the House in 2018. Now ex-MSNBC anchor Michelle Caruso-Cabrera is in the running for AOC's seat.
By Mara Santilli Published
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For the Love of Feminism, Do Not Let Twilight 'Midnight Sun' See the Light of Day
The franchise, with its outdated views on gender roles, should be left in 2005.
By Kathleen Walsh Published
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The Worst Thing That Ever Happened to Me Is Now an Episode of 'SVU'
The truth is much messier than Olivia Benson would have you believe.
By Chloe Angyal Published
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Uncomfortable Truth: Women Are Allowed to Be Mean Bosses, Too
Building a successful company actually requires you to run your business like one. So why are we so hard on female CEOs who do just that?
By Andrea Bartz Published
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Brie Larson on Refusing to Compromise in Her Career
The actress shared her advice on advocating for yourself in the workplace.
By Neha Prakash Published
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Pomellato Releases an Empowering Video Ahead of International Women's Day
It stars Laura Dern, Tiffany Haddish, Cate Blanchett, and more.
By Shelby Comroe Published
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Time's Up CEO Tina Tchen on the Harvey Weinstein Verdict and the Future of #MeToo
"Every now and then, you have a moment where transformational change can happen. I believe we are in one of those moments."
By Megan DiTrolio Published
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Chrissy Teigen and John Legend are Raising Their Son Miles To Be the “Ultimate Feminist”
Chrissy Teigen spoke about parenting children Luna and Miles with husband John Legend, saying the couple are raising their son as the "ultimate feminist."
By Emily Dixon Published
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Kate Elizabeth Russell, Author of 'My Dark Vanessa,' on Creating the Book
...and the controversy that followed.
By Colleen Leahey McKeegan Published
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Hope Is Roe's Last Chance
Inside the clinic at the center of next month’s Supreme Court abortion showdown.
By Rosemary Westwood Published
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The Birchbox Mafia
A group of East Coast founders used the lessons they learned while working at the subscription beauty company during its roller-coaster rise to build their own brands.
By Sheila Marikar Published
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The Guerrilla Feminists Papering Paris at Night
Frenchwomen have covered their cities with slogans denouncing violence against women. They refuse to stop until they see change.
By Dayna Evans Published
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Rep. Ayanna Pressley Wants Justice for Every Sexual Assault Survivor
The congresswoman speaks truth to power in Jessica Valenti and Jaclyn Friedman's upcoming anthology, Believe Me.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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Chelsea Clinton Will Publish 'She Persisted in Sports' From Bestselling Series
Her picture books are inspiring for kids—and adults!
By Rachel Epstein Published
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Celebrating 100 Years of the ACLU—and Its Next Century
The progress we've made and the fights that remain are both worth recognizing.
By Susan N. Herman Published
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Behind the Scenes of the Controversy at the Women's March
They organized the largest one-day protest in U.S. history—and then everything fell apart. On the third anniversary, Marie Claire talks to the leaders of the Women’s March to learn the truth behind the drama.
By Hannah N Seligson Published
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“Electability” Isn’t About the Candidate, It’s About Us
How much do you trust your fellow voters? That’s the real question.
By Chloe Angyal Published
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Women Are Not Granted Equality Anywhere in the Constitution
Virginia could finally change that.
By Jennifer Carroll Foy Published
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Women of Color Ruled Last Night's Debate
Yes, I'm talking about the moderators.
By Chloe Angyal Published
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A Tour of Iceland's Feminist Past and Present
Most people go to the island nation to see waterfalls and glaciers—I went to learn about its women.
By Kayla Webley Adler Published
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Is Megyn Kelly a Feminist or What?
In the upcoming movie Bombshell, her character proudly declares, "I'm not a feminist. I'm a lawyer."
By Rachel Epstein Published