You’ve Still Got A Long Way To Go Baby!

You’ve Still Got A Long Way To Go Baby!

We, and we are assuming many others, noticed that when all the talking heads and analysts presented their numbers at the end of the election, it became evident that women did in fact rock the vote. It goes to show how much power can be harnessed when we act collectively. Of course, not every woman […]

It Is Time To Prosper!

It Is Time To Prosper!

The elections are over and for that we are thankful. We didn’t mind discussions, even spirited ones, nor did we tire of examining the issues that will not only shape the future of women in America, but all Americans of all shapes, sizes, colors, religious beliefs, genders and sexual orientations. The one thing we tired […]

Who the Celebrities Endorse in Election 2012

Who the Celebrities Endorse in Election 2012

Before the election closes down, we want to take a look at one more thing – less serious than what we have covered before and primarily as little more than a curiosity. Still, even as a curiosity, we think it is somewhat telling to take a quick look at who endorses who during this election. […]

Do Women Really Want It All?

Do Women Really Want It All?

By: Amanda Fox Over the last several months, there has been considerable discussion regarding what a modern woman is and whether or not she can have it all. If that was the extent of the discussion, it wouldn’t be much to listen in on. What makes it interesting is when the conversation begins to ask […]

Richard Mourdock, Abortion And Rape – Oh My!

Richard Mourdock, Abortion And Rape – Oh My!

By: Amanda Fox Richard Mourdock, Indiana senatorial candidate, has created quite a storm of controversy with his statements concerning – wait for it – rape and abortion. By now, many have read or heard about his statement in which he described the children of rape as a gift from God. Context is everything when you […]

You Want A Strong Economy? Strong Women Will Deliver It! (If You Let Them)

You Want A Strong Economy? Strong Women Will Deliver It! (If You Let Them)

By: Amanda Fox “House Republicans have voted repeatedly for legislation that would be harmful to women’s health and women’s rights. I have worked for decades to promote equality for women, but the bipartisan support for women’s programs that used to exist in Congress has been shattered by tea party extremism.  The Republican-controlled House has become […]

Stand Up Against Bullying On Spirit Day

Stand Up Against Bullying On Spirit Day

By: Amanda Fox Spirit Day has arrived, and while we are glad such a day exists where as a global community we take a stand against the bullying of LGBT persons, we’re also a bit disheartened we need to do so. Bullying is a problem of epidemic proportions throughout the world. No one is spared […]

Stop Bullying In The New Era Of Hate

Stop Bullying In The New Era Of Hate

By: Amanda Fox Bullying has, according to some analysts, reached epidemic proportions. It’s hard to argue against this as we see more and more cases of teen suicides that stemmed from bullying than ever before. Perhaps it is that they are being reported more often, or it is possible that it has grown to become […]

Child Sexual Assault: The Crime No One Wants To Talk About

Child Sexual Assault: The Crime No One Wants To Talk About

By: Amanda Fox Child sexual assault is the crime no one wants to talk about. As a society, it is the one crime that is abhorred above all others. Even in prison, the child molester is the lowest of the low. No matter how many PSA’s are run reminding people to be cautious and telling […]

Pro-choice or Pro-life: There Are Consequences To Both

Pro-choice or Pro-life: There Are Consequences To Both

By: Amanda Fox Pro-choice, Pro-life or Pro-birth – which are you? Don’t worry about answering, it’s a rhetorical question, but one that we do need to discuss one more time. No matter what group you fall into, you have made a choice. You’ve chosen the manner in which you view one of the most delicate […]