Equal Pay Isn’t an Option, It’s a Right
Women are expected to accept less in the name of “opportunity,” and cautioned against being “too eager.” But if we don’t demand what we’re worth, who will?
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Here’s the Real Cost of ‘Elite’ Journalism
The pay rates are ever-declining and newsrooms remain as white and male as ever. That's not only bad for readers—it's bad for business.
Is Hoda Kotb’s New Position Progress—or #MeToo Pandering?
The 'Today' show made history promoting the Emmy-winning journalist to co-anchor, with the first all-female team in the show’s 66 years. The network also reinforced history by paying her a fraction of Matt Lauer’s salary.
The VP Debate: Two Bland White Dudes Fight to Woo Women Voters
Devoid of policy talk, Sen. Kaine and Gov. Pence focused almost solely on defending their candidates' records. Which meant the misogynist Indiana lawmaker had his work cut out for him.
What Hath Phyllis Schlafly Wrought?
The late female misogynist, who called for the death of the ERA, spawned a new generation of toxic women who rail against the very thing that gave them a podium: feminism.
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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.
I Haven’t Been a “Girl” For Years
So why do many people refer to the nearly 40-year-old woman and her peers as one? The innocuous-sounding word holds more power than we realize.
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That’s My President
Obama gives a rousing State of the Union. But amid the promises, there are clues about whose lives really matter in the long run. And that news isn't good.