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If I Wanted To Get An Abortion, I Would Not Be Safe

There's a deadly cost to Brazil's stance on abortion. If I died, I would be shamed for making a choice that should be a right.

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I Hate The Politics Of The Home State I Love

As a Kansas native, Governor Sam Brownback's anti-LGBT rights stance makes me embarrassed and sad.

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Forget Amber Rose: 5 Reasons Why We're Obsessed With Laurel Dewitt's Show

Amber Rose's lack of underwear stole the show at Laurel DeWitt, but it shouldn't have.

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Aliens, Tentacle Sex, And Racism: Surprising Lessons From Sci-Fi 

Scientists are hotly debating whether we should send messages into space. Perhaps they should consult Octavia Butler for some wisdom...

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No, The Glass Ceiling Is Not Women's Fault

A new Business Insider piece blames women for the corporate-world gender gap. Why are we not surprised?

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Why I Decided To "Shack" With My Boyfriend—Despite The Religious Objections Of My Family

Several of my relatives—especially those steeped in religion—have balked at our decision.

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Why Your Favorite Fantasy Is Problematic

No, it’s not "just fantasy." Maybe in a better-educated world it would be, but here, it is an active reinforcement of norms.

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Human Vignettes: A Bus Ride In Portland

Everyone is busy wringing out their hearts, revisiting past stories and chasing future selves.

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