The Golden State Killer in My Backyard
Reflecting on her childhood fear of the serial rapist-murderer, who was recently arrested in her hometown, the actress and writer wonders how her parents were able to ultimately make her feel safe.
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Is the ‘New York Times’ Trolling Women Now?
The Gray Lady’s feeble attempt at sexual-assault “comedy” in a recent parody video is the latest media misfire that has us wondering what is going on at the “paper of record.”
What We’re Talking About When We Talk About Rape Culture
Many people don't understand what rape is unless it involves screaming NO and seeing external evidence of abuse—and still we doubt the word of the survivor. So let's define our terms.
Is Doxxing Ever Okay?
Nazis who get doxxed are not victims. But so far the media has failed to get the message.
The Attempted Rapist Who Was Vilified For “Looking” the Part
Five years ago, Frank Yeager pleaded guilty for planning to sexually assault a Realtor. But it was his facial disfigurement that appeared to be put on trial.
The GOP’s Health-Care Bill Is Absurdly Cruel to Sexual Assault Victims
Not everyone can bring themselves to report a rape. But those who do will be punished by Senate Republicans, who are trying to ram through their gruesome AHCA bill.
‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Ep. 9: Free to Be You and Me
Is it foolish to believe there will be an end to this madness? Is resistance futile? Offred/June is eager to find out in what is arguably the most riveting, gutting episode of the season.
The Most Pernicious Form of Terrorism Threatening the U.S. Is the GOP
America has always condemned other nations for religion-based oppression of their citizenry. But are our evangelical lawmakers really so different from other political fundamentalists?
Trump’s “Sexual Assault Awareness Month” Proclamation Is Tremendous!!
But the edits to the original draft were bigly yuge. SAD!
If You’re in the Fight, Get Ready to Do the Work
Activists like undocumented worker Sandra Henriquez have put their lives on the line to protest injustice. Under a Trump administration, progressives might want to follow their lead.