Gender and Sexuality

Now 17, the ‘Obamacare Kid’ Comes Out as Transgender

Now 17, the ‘Obamacare Kid’ Comes Out as Transgender Now 17, the ‘Obamacare Kid’ Comes Out as Transgender

The courageous Marcelas Owens continues to blaze trails.

Mar 24, 2016 / Rep. Pramila Jayapal

As Abortion Restrictions Ramp Up, More Women Weigh Taking Matters Into Their Own Hands

As Abortion Restrictions Ramp Up, More Women Weigh Taking Matters Into Their Own Hands As Abortion Restrictions Ramp Up, More Women Weigh Taking Matters Into Their Own Hands

Finding ways to support those who choose to self-induce abortion does not mean abandoning the fight to preserve access in clinics and hospitals.

Mar 21, 2016 / Dani McClain

Gay Men Feel Hillary Clinton’s Pain—but Does She Feel Ours?

Gay Men Feel Hillary Clinton’s Pain—but Does She Feel Ours? Gay Men Feel Hillary Clinton’s Pain—but Does She Feel Ours?

Clinton’s apology, which doesn’t acknowledge the righteous pain caused by her remarks, reveals a social distance that gay men might want to take a closer look at.

Mar 11, 2016 / Richard Kim

Students protest low wages.

$15 and a Union for Students? Yes $15 and a Union for Students? Yes

A new wave of labor organizing by students, for students, is sweeping the country.

Mar 11, 2016 / StudentNation / StudentNation

The Whole World Still Needs Feminism

The Whole World Still Needs Feminism The Whole World Still Needs Feminism

In many countries, women have made strides, but there’s a long way to go to equality.

Mar 11, 2016 / Column / Katha Pollitt

Bernie Sanders Rally

Start Making Sense: Bernie on the Move Start Making Sense: Bernie on the Move

How Bernie won in Michigan. Plus, “Trump: fascist or clown?” and another kind of politics: the gay revolution.

Mar 10, 2016 / Audio / Start Making Sense and Jon Wiener

Anti-Islam Protest

Who Is to Blame for the Cologne Sex Attacks? Who Is to Blame for the Cologne Sex Attacks?

According to many European publications, all refugees and migrants should be held collectively responsible.

Mar 10, 2016 / Between the Lines / Laila Lalami

Transgender People Are More Visible Than Ever. So Why Is There More Anti-Trans Legislation Than Ever, Too?

Transgender People Are More Visible Than Ever. So Why Is There More Anti-Trans Legislation Than Ever, Too? Transgender People Are More Visible Than Ever. So Why Is There More Anti-Trans Legislation Than Ever, Too?

Maybe “visibility” is not enough.

Mar 4, 2016 / Jos Truitt

Why We Need Women in Power

Why We Need Women in Power Why We Need Women in Power

Women legislators tend to promote women’s issues. How do Bernie supporters think we should get gender parity in government?

Mar 3, 2016 / Column / Katha Pollitt

Asking For A Friend: How Do I Express My New Gender Presentation Without Buying Into Consumerism?

Asking For A Friend: How Do I Express My New Gender Presentation Without Buying Into Consumerism? Asking For A Friend: How Do I Express My New Gender Presentation Without Buying Into Consumerism?

And another person asks—can I donate welfare dollars to Bernie?

Mar 3, 2016 / Asking for a Friend / Liza Featherstone

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