Delivering the News—Ghana’s “Maternal Health Channel”
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Expectant mothers and their caregivers in Ghana can now look to the airwaves for critically important information. More »
The Personal Is Political—Yet Again
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The poet, author, and feminist activist takes on a new challenge in this essay, adapted from her commentary on WMC Live With Robin Morgan. More »
Marissa Mayer—Out of Touch with Women Workers?
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The author, a mom and a Walmart employee, wonders if Yahoo's Marissa Mayer, who serves on the Walmart board, can advocate for her. More »
Leaning In Can Get You Laid Out
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Media discussions of Sandberg’s advice for getting ahead in the corporate world miss an important consideration, says author and social media strategist Courtney E. Martin. More »
Maryland Women’s Agenda for Obama’s Second Term
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The author checks in with state legislators from the Maryland Women's Caucus to see what they expect from President Barack Obama in his second term. More »
Abortion Services: A Family Doctor’s Perspective
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Approaching the 40th anniversary of the decision that legalized abortion, Dr. Linda Prine describes its provision as part of a continuum of care. More »
Underpaid by Law – A Waitress’s Story
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The author, who struggles to pay her bills serving tables while launching her career as a journalist, describes the day to day results of the federally mandated subminimum wage. More »
“Warehoused” with Mental Illness—A Filmmaker’s Story
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"Kings Park" documents a dark age for many women hospitalized with mental illness. The filmmaker looks to the promise of ObamaCare for a better future. More »
The Reality of the GOP Platform on Abortion
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The author, who has conducted research in Mexico, offers a reality check on what could happen to U.S. women if the GOP succeeds in criminalizing abortion. More »
Who’s Really Taking Responsibility in America?
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Working families advocate Ellen Bravo takes a look at a proud member of the 47 percent, a life-long Republican who has her own advice for Mitt Romney. More »
