Politics

The author in 1991 at age 18.

Sexual Assault By An Ivy League Lawyer? Me, Too.

And Mr. Ivy League, if you’re reading this, know that you caused harm. I’m setting down my shame, like an old coat that no longer fits. The shame is yours.

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We will survive this. We will thrive. We have to. Because the patriarchy will not defeat itself.

I Know You're Tired & This Is Hard, But We Have To Keep Burning It Down

We will survive this. We will thrive. We have to. The patriarchy will not defeat itself we have to keep burning it down. Here are some ways you can act.

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Protests make the democratic process fun.

Why I Brought My Kids To A Political Protest 

“Anyone have tips for bringing a kid to a political protest?” one of my friends posted on Facebook. Protests make the democratic process fun.

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Kids have questions, concerns and anxieties just like we do.

How To Answer Your Kid's Toughest Questions About News & Politics Like A Pro

Kids have questions, concerns and anxieties just like we do. It's your responsibility to answer your kids toughest questions about news and politics.

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The Fourth holds none of the joy it has previously.

The Fourth Of July Is My Favorite Holiday, And I Want To Cancel It

The Fourth of July holds none of the joy it has previously. It’s not just the lousy president — it’s the fact that he was elected at all.

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The ritual of sitting at my makeup table and swiping on mascara and blush is one that centers me a little for the day ahead.

Makeup And The Kardashians As Self-Care

I don’t know what you escape into when you’re overwhelmed these days, but for me? It’s makeup. That’s where the Kardashian binges come in.

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For A Bad Time Call 1-669-BAD-TIME

For A Good Time, Call 1-669-BAD-TIME

People are so awful sometimes; I wish it weren't true, but it is. 

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Help! My family loves Trump.

How To Love Your Family That Loves Trump 

Family is family and long after this president is out of office. Here is how I intend to keep my relationship even though my family loves Trump.

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