Tag Archives: Poverty
News From The Tropics: Is There Feminism In The Philippines?
TweetI’m a Filipina feminist. I have reason to believe, Google-proven reasons to be exact, that this is not a common statement. Feminism is not as strong a movement in the Philippines as in the United States. Young ladies are more likely to follow the works of Kris Aquino, celebrity sister of the current president, than [...]
Also tagged International, philippines, Reproductive Rights Leave a comment
(Rich, White) Women and Children First!
When I saw the cover of this homeschooling (christian) catalog, I knew I was in for a doozy. The cover features two cute white children on the deck of the Titanic with the words "Women and Children First!" above them.
Also tagged abortion, Children, Chivalry, death, Education, homeschooling, Immigration, sacrifice, titanic, war 3 Comments
The Problem with Charity
A few months ago, the blogger Tami, wrote a blog post on Feministe that got me thinking. The post was entitled "Marginalized folks shouldn't always have to be "the bigger persons'." Tami argued that in situations where someone is being racist, the receiptent of that -ism has the right to be angry and upset---one can't always be so nice and gently let the other person know they are in fact, being a jerk.
Also tagged charity, Children, mothers, privileges, Rights 2 Comments
DIY at-home abortions? You’ve got to be kidding me!
TweetAbbie Waters blogs about reproductive health at Fertility Nation. Here are two stories which perfectly illustrate what happens when abortions are not legally and logistically available to women. The first involves an improperly credentialed, allegedly murderous physician in Philadelphia, which I first read about here. Dr. Kermit Gosnell, a physician who operated a clinic that [...]
Also tagged abortion, abortion rights, anti-choice, hyde amendment, pro-choice, reproductive health, women's health 1 Comment
Dear Newt Gingrich