These Women Need Us to Remember What Bill Cosby Did to Them
For over four decades, America’s favorite TV dad allegedly assaulted at least 46 women. This week, 35 of them summoned the courage to reveal themselves in 'New York.' Believe it.
All the Rage
Politicians Are Not Our Friends
They’re quick to take credit when change is enacted, but what really motivates our politicians?
Caitlyn Jenner Is Indeed Courageous
The internet reacted with vitriol when the trans advocate was given an ESPY award for courage. But as this writer, the military wife of a combat veteran, knows, you can’t quantify bravery.
Are Joan Jett and Cherie Currie Complicit in the Rape of Jackie Fox?
The former Runaways bassist recently revealed that her bandmates allegedly witnessed her sexual assault by manager Kim Fowley and did nothing. Do they deserve our outrage?
Why Are U.S. Women’s World Cup Champs Paid Like Chumps?
On Sunday, we cheered as the U.S. team won the World Cup for the first time since 1999. Until we discovered that they’re awarded as much money as male players are for just showing up.
The Last Thing White Women Need Is a Dylann Roof
The preservation of White women's purity is a core myth of American White supremacy. In order to debunk it, we need more White feminists to be in deep solidarity. And act on it.
Who Decides What Makes a Woman?
Elinor Burkett’s New York ‘Times’ piece berates Caitlyn Jenner’s claim to femininity. But "womanhood" is far more complicated than what she describes in her essay.
A Personal Message to the Duggar Girls
DAME columnist Gina Loukareas shares next to nothing in common with the silenced, subservient women of '19 and Counting.' Except one important, devastating truth.
When Will We Stop Exploiting Home-Care Workers?
The labor department knows home care is a real job. But the courts dismantle every small victory, leaving employees overworked, underpaid, and continually fighting for their rights.