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Raising My Sons to Challenge the Patriarchy

Sep 16, 2023

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Get Pregnant Fast As a strong woman raised by an equally formidable mother, I know that empowering women is essential. Yet, in my case, my focus is on nurturing two young boys. The world is poised to mold them into the men they will eventually become, and I am determined to guide them toward challenging…

Civil Rights, Climate Change, and LGBT Content Vanishes from White House Website

Sep 1, 2023

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Get Pregnant Fast In a troubling turn of events, shortly after Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 45th president, significant changes were made to the White House website. As noted by several outlets, including Esquire, the transition to the Trump administration came with the swift removal of crucial topics that had previously been highlighted during…

It’s Time to Go Beyond Just Not Being a Jerk

Aug 23, 2023

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Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it: the popular parenting mantra of simply “not being a jerk” isn’t cutting it anymore. While it’s a step in the right direction, it falls short of what our children truly need to learn. In a society rife with prejudice and hostility, it’s crucial that we do more than just…

Empowering My Children to Stand Up for Themselves and Others

Aug 22, 2023

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Get Pregnant Fast In the early 1900s, the Suffragettes rallied for women’s voting rights, paving the way for countless movements that have followed. From the Great Depression’s struggles in the ’30s to the Civil Rights Protests of the ’50s and ’60s, through the Vietnam protests in the ’70s and the Iran-Contra affair in the ’80s,…

What Parents Can Do to Protect Public Education Following Betsy DeVos’s Confirmation

Aug 5, 2023

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Get Pregnant Fast The appointment of Betsy DeVos as the U.S. Secretary of Education has sparked unprecedented outrage among parents, educators, and advocates alike. Never before had a nominee faced such a fierce backlash, resulting in a tidal wave of phone calls, letters, and social media posts directed at senators. As a former teacher and,…

When to Teach Our Kids to Stand Up: Avoiding the Bystander Mentality

Jul 31, 2023

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Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, bullying has taken on a disturbing new form. We’re witnessing a rise in individuals who feel emboldened to unleash their prejudice and hostility against anyone they perceive as different. Bullies can be found everywhere—at work, in schools, and even lurking behind screens, hurling insults without a second thought. A…

Rape is Rape: Why Are We Still Having This Conversation?

Jul 27, 2023

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Get Pregnant Fast By: Mia Thompson Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 During my time in college, I decided to volunteer at a local rape crisis center. I thought it would be a meaningful way to spend my time, but I quickly realized that I wasn’t prepared for the emotional toll it would take. My roommates and…

Moms Battle for Recess Legislation as Senator Dismisses Their Efforts

Jul 27, 2023

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Get Pregnant Fast Imagine a scenario where your children attend a public school that offers no recess at all. What steps would you take? For a group of dedicated mothers in Florida, known as the Recess Advocates, the answer was to launch a petition that eventually led to the introduction of a bill. These mothers…

Boy Scouts of America Announces Inclusive Policy for Transgender Members

Jun 20, 2023

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Get Pregnant Fast In a groundbreaking move, the Boy Scouts of America has announced an inclusive policy allowing transgender members to join based on their gender identity. This decision is largely attributed to the bravery of an 8-year-old named Alex Thompson from Secaucus, New Jersey, who has become a symbol of courage for many across…

Betsy DeVos Is NOT the Right Choice for Education Secretary

Jun 18, 2023

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Get Pregnant Fast As I sit down to watch the confirmation hearing for Betsy DeVos on C-SPAN, I can’t help but feel a surge of frustration. I lift my cozy slipper, ready to express my discontent, and I call out to my partner in the kitchen, “This is outrageous! She’s not an educator and shows…

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