The story of Maddie reminded me of my own experience growing up as a neurodivergent child. May is a classmate of my son, who had a unique personality, and she had a special interest in wolves. I felt like I could relate to her, as someone who had trouble fitting in with my classmates and …
I have been at the forefront of the women’s rights movement for over five decades. Unfortunately, I must now acknowledge that this once diverse and independent movement has been taken over by a “woke” death cult. Those feminists who still remain, including the well-known figures among us, prioritize gender over biological sex, support transgender rights …
It was fairly predictable that this would happen. In an effort to provide more opportunities for women in the tech industry, a job fair aimed at women ended up revealing the flaws of gender ideology. The Grace Hopper Celebration of Women recently took place in Orlando, Florida, featuring recruiters from top companies such as Amazon, …
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have frequently criticized the gender pay gap in the United States. However, recent analysis of salary data from the Biden White House reveals a wage gap among their own staff. Economist Mark Perry from the American Enterprise Institute found significant disparities in pay between men and women …
In 1998, I had the privilege of having an essay I wrote included in the book “Adiós, Barbie.” This anthology showcased the perspectives of young women on body image and identity. My essay, titled “At Home in My Body: An Asian-American Athlete Searches for Self,” explored my experiences growing up biracial and how I found …
What exactly is the concept of the patriarchy? It’s a term that many may not fully grasp, including myself, even though I am considered to represent it. However, it is mentioned frequently in the popular new Barbie movie, so it’s worth understanding its meaning. Historically, patriarchy referred to the dominance of men as the heads …
Ben Shapiro recently expressed his strong disapproval of the “Barbie” movie through a passionate and extensive rant posted on YouTube. In his 43-minute video, he referred to the movie as “flaming garbage” and criticized it for being one of the most “woke” films he had ever watched. Shapiro’s video started with a rather childish act …
In a new report, a parliamentary committee is urging Canada to do more to support sexual and reproductive rights globally, as the risk of regression in these rights increases. The report, issued by the House of Commons foreign affairs committee, emphasizes the need for Canada to scale up its efforts in this area. The committee …
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