It’s that time of the year again! Tax season! Oh, wait–I mean Valentine’s Day. Jokes aside, I am not all that much of a cynic about this holiday. I mean who doesn’t love candy and stuffed bears? So, here it is. The big day. Whether you’re single, hanging out with friends, visiting family, or cuddled […]
Read More Celebrate V-Day the Pro-Choice WayLast week something pretty amazing happened. For six hours, the 1 in 3 Campaign hosted an abortion speak-out which was broadcast on their website. For those who don’t know, the 1 in 3 Campaign is an organization dedicated to breaking down the stigma and shame surrounding a person’s right to have an abortion. The speak-out […]
Read More #1in3Speaks: De-stigmatizing Abortion One Story at a TimeMaybe it’s because I’ve been beyond stressed out lately. Maybe it’s because I haven’t slept much in the last week. Maybe it’s because I’m struggling to juggle a full-time job, a full course load, and still maintain some kind of social life. Whatever the reason is, I am sick and tired of being a feminist. […]
Read More Sick and Tired [TW: Racism, Rape, Homophobia]I have never wanted to be a Girl Scout. Anyone who knows me can tell you that I would rather be curled up in bed with a book than taking place in any kind of outdoor or physical activity. However this weekend (as I was in bed taking a break on my book), I ran […]
Read More How to Earn a Badge in FeminismImage via. Everyone remember the transvaginal ultrasound state-rape law that was proposed in Virginia before an amended version was passed? Well, Texas has one of those laws on the books right now. It’s been the subject of several rallies and protests over the past few weeks because it’s invasive, unnecessary, and a violation of the […]
Read More Pro-Life Apparently Also Means Pro-FirebombingJust a quick news update, the Personhood bill was sent back to committee by the Virginia Senate for the year, effectively killing it for this legislative session. So, you know, we’ll have to worry about it again in the future, but for now, this is quite a victory! YAY!
Read More Breaking News: “Personhood” Bill Sent Back to CommitteeImage via Common Sense Atheism. [Trigger warning: Discussion of misuse of the word rape and the transvaginal ultrasounds bill]. So I have a request to all Republican politicians currently talking about and actively restricting women’s reproductive rights and health. It’s a pretty simple request, I think. Here goes: if you don’t fucking know all the […]
Read More A Simple Request for Republican LawmakersWith the recent news of the Virginia House passing a personhood bill and a mandatory transvaginal ultrasound bill, I’ve found myself searching for anyone who supports these measures. In my search, I turned to pro-life blogs and news articles that discussed these issues or the issue of abortion in general. While reading, I was becoming […]
Read More The Rhetoric of the Anti-Choice Movement and Why I Have a Problem With ItThe bill mandating transvaginal ultrasounds is on its way to Governor McDonnell’s desk, and given his political beliefs and the fact that he’s gunning to be picked as vice president on the Republican ticket, there’s a good chance he’s going to sign it. (He’s already said he will). Also, you can check out this quick […]
Read More Talking Points to Use When Calling Gov. McDonnellAnd tell him to veto the bill that would mandate women have transvaginal ultrasounds prior to abortion, and let him know that state-sanctioned rape is unacceptable to the residents of Virginia. The number for his office is: (804) 786-2211. Do it. Now.
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