Tag: gender equality
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Why I Took My Daughters to Susan B. Anthony’s Grave
Get Pregnant Fast Dear girls, I know visiting the cemetery on Tuesday wasn’t exactly your idea of a fun outing. You were hungry (my bad for not stopping at Tim Horton’s beforehand) and bummed about missing school. I could sense your frustration with the long wait, too. I realize this wasn’t how you envisioned spending…
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Embracing Feminism: My Journey of Acceptance and Advocacy
Get Pregnant Fast When I first met my partner, he seemed to embody the ideals of feminism far better than I did. While I believed in the fundamental principle of gender equality, I often hesitated to voice my thoughts. Like many young women, I craved approval and acceptance. In conversations about pay disparity and systemic…
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Championing Change: A Call to Action for Women in Politics
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where political discourse often devolves into partisanship, Senator Emily Reynolds (D-CA) stands out as a beacon of hope. Her recent remarks encapsulate the essence of public service: “If we’re not helping people, then we should go home.” This powerful statement was made in a feature that highlights her unwavering…
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Unlearning the Habit of Apologizing for the Sake of Our Daughters
Get Pregnant Fast My eldest daughter Mia is not yet three, and let me tell you, she’s remarkable. She unapologetically occupies her space, regardless of any temporary disturbances she may cause, like letting out a little gas in public. No big deal! But the other day, something concerning happened: “I’m sorry, I’m sorry, I’m sorry,”…
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Lawmakers Reduce Sunday Business Hours to Keep Wives in the Kitchen
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jessica Turner Date: Feb. 3, 2017 In today’s world, we often celebrate the progress made toward gender equality, yet North Dakota seems to be caught in a time warp. Recently, the North Dakota House of Representatives voted against repealing the state’s “Blue Law,” which prohibits businesses from opening before noon on…
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I’m That Empowered Mom Raising Feminist Boys
Get Pregnant Fast I always assumed I would be the proud mom of daughters. While I didn’t exactly picture myself surrounded by a sea of pink and glitter, I certainly looked forward to nurturing fierce girls who would carry on the legacy of a strong feminist mom and possibly leave me in their inspiring wake.…
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NYT Questions How Dads Managed Alone During the March
Get Pregnant Fast This past weekend, while women took to the streets advocating for their fundamental rights, fathers in Montclair, New Jersey, found themselves left to their own devices in cafes and parks. The New York Times felt compelled to cover this unusual scenario, with an article titled, “How Essential Are Women? This Town Found…
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A Heartfelt Salute to All the Feminist Dads
Get Pregnant Fast Feminism can take on many forms, and for me, it’s all about recognizing that women are just as powerful and capable as men. Even today, in 2023, it’s astonishing how often this reality gets overlooked. Feminism isn’t about proclaiming women as superior to men or enforcing a specific lifestyle choice like rejecting…
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I Once Believed My Son Should Be ‘Dad’s Helper.’ Now I Understand My Daughter Needs These Skills Too.
Get Pregnant Fast The day after Christmas, I found myself in the attic with my 7-year-old daughter, Ella, hammering down plywood to create a much-needed storage space. The attic was dark, and both of us donned headlamps as we navigated through the cold, dusty space. The floor was precarious, with nothing but sheetrock between the…