Tag: Social Issues
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Comedian’s Viral Facebook Post Perfectly Sheds Light on the Flaws of Victim Blaming
Get Pregnant Fast In a powerful Facebook post that has taken the internet by storm, comedian Mia Thompson delivers a sharp critique on the absurdity of victim blaming. When it comes to sexual assault, the conversation too often veers into the wrong territory: questions like “Were you drinking?” or “What were you wearing?” These inquiries…
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Starbucks Holiday Cups: Not a Religious Statement, Just Coffee
Get Pregnant Fast Starbucks has never presented its holiday cups as religious symbols. Yet, many seem eager to join the “War on Christmas” narrative without realizing how trivial it is. While some folks feel their beliefs are under fire because of a coffee cup, there are far more pressing issues at hand—like the humanitarian crisis…
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Terrified by Trump’s Cabinet Choices? It’s Time to Take Action, ASAP
Get Pregnant Fast As if the reality of Trump winning the presidency wasn’t alarming enough, his cabinet selections have taken the national mood from uneasy to downright horrific. Trump boldly claims to seek unity, yet he surrounds himself with a collection of individuals whose histories are steeped in xenophobia, sexism, and racism. If you’re not…
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Navigating the Awkwardness of Disliking Your Friend’s Children
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to friendships, the complexities can grow even more tangled when kids enter the picture. You adore your friend, but their kids? Not so much. It’s a tricky situation that many parents find themselves in. In today’s society, the obsession with social status and material wealth persists, reminiscent of the…
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A Single Dad Highlights the Absurdity of the Bathroom Debate
Get Pregnant Fast In the ongoing conversation about bathroom rights, a single father recently shed light on how these discussions place unnecessary burdens on parents. The so-called Bathroom Debate, which gained traction in 2016, dominated social media and news cycles alike. For those who may have forgotten, this controversy was ignited when North Carolina enacted…
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Navigating Life as the Child of Immigrants
Get Pregnant Fast On the day I headed to the Department of Motor Vehicles to renew my driver’s license, the waiting room was overflowing with people. After taking a number, I settled into the first open seat I could find. The atmosphere was tense; many patrons were clearly frustrated with the wait time. An older…
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You Say ‘Mommy Wars,’ I Say ‘Healthy Discussion’
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re a parent, you’ve likely encountered the phrase ‘mommy wars’ at some point. The moment a mother expresses her thoughts on parenting, she often finds herself branded as a participant in this so-called war. Society seems to believe that mothers should always be in perfect harmony, and if they disagree, it’s…
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Introducing a New Reality Show That Challenges Struggling Families to Showcase Their Generosity
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, imagine if a sudden windfall of $101,000 came knocking at your door. Across the United States, countless hardworking families are grappling with the burden of increasing debt and dwindling incomes, testing their resilience and spirit. Enter CBS’s controversial new reality series, The Briefcase, which raises profound questions about morality…
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CTFD Everyone: Millennials Are Thriving and Don’t Need Your Criticism
Get Pregnant Fast A little while before my husband and I tied the knot, he casually asked, “If I ask nicely, would you show me your private box?” That question made me squirm. The thought of revealing my private box filled me with embarrassment. What would he think when he saw the contents that I…
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We Can No Longer Remain Silent
Get Pregnant Fast Parents excel at many things: juggling multiple tasks at once, quietly sneaking a treat without alerting the kids, and pretending to be enthralled by endless anecdotes about video games. But one thing we’re particularly skilled at is worrying. We fret over small concerns like missed homework and whether our children are consuming…