Monthly Archives: February 2009
CNN reduces Michelle Obama to her biceps
I’m not entirely sure how I feel about this. On the one hand, I am a big fan of the Obamas, and yes, I’ve noticed that they’re a relatively young, attractive couple. But, on the other hand, I’m annoyed that this is the most interesting thing CNN could find to write about Michelle Obama. Case [...]
Tagged Sexism 8 Comments
Sentencing circles, child abuse and domestic violence
I found this an interesting article, even if the National Post is so right-wing they sound loopy a lot of times. It’s about whether Canada should continue to use sentencing circles for the First Nations. One thing the article mentioned was that women may be getting intimidated into participating in the sentencing circles of their [...]
Tagged Violence Against Women 2 Comments
When is it OK to say something?
I can see already the Facebook is providing various causes for concern when we see sexist notes/comments/profiles on our friends’ pages. However, what do you do when you see your friend’s friends, who you may not know, post some misogynist garbage on their page? It’s OK to take you friends to task, but someone you [...]
Tagged Sexism 6 Comments
The Vagina Monologues — Philadelphia
22% of American women experience domestic violence. In the city of Philadelphia, populated by 1.5 million people, there is only ONE shelter for women escaping these domestic violence situation. That shelter has 100 beds and is on the brink of being shut down due to budget cuts. This is the one place for these women [...]
Bitch Fest for me