When scandals break — like the recent Young Republicans (ages 18-40 including many influential professionals) chat leak — the pattern is familiar. The men are called out. The men are …
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When Cruelty Pretends to Be Care: The Lie Behind ‘I Was Just Teaching You a Lesson
All of this, “we didn’t do the right thing to to teach you a lesson.” Yeah, that’s bs. They want control. Over YOU. When someone tries to convince you that …
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When Survivors Speak, They Name the Wound—Not the Excuse (w/affirmations)
For abusive persons, there are few human beings perfect enough to be worthy of justice. Tonya GJ Prince When Survivors speak, they talk about what was done to them—the pain, …
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💡 Why the Protests Against Kamala Harris Are Making Her More Relatable (w/quotes from Shirley Chisholm)
“We have been so patient and loyal … and what has it gotten us? We want our full share now.” ~ Shirley Chisholm When critics and protestors attempt to tear …
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They Want Us Only in the Streets—But We Carry Resistance Everywhere
Resistance Wears Many Faces Too often, when people talk about resistance, they point only to one image: bodies in the streets. Specifically Black people in the streets. Only. Signs lifted …
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How to Respond with Strength When Abusers Accuse You of Playing the ‘Victim’
Abusers accuse victimized people of “playing victim” because it serves as a power tactic. Here are the key reasons: 1. Deflection of Responsibility If the abuser labels you as “playing …
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Why Women Should Fear Less About Being Called “Outsiders”
The Power of Being Labeled an Outsider History shows us that women who were labeled “outsiders” often became the very women who changed the world. From Sojourner Truth to Anna …
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Changing Restrooms, Changing Questions: What You Should Know
How come they can build these things that bring men in closer proximity to women and children but not more homes for the unhoused, affordable homes for working class folks, …
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Hidden Misogyny: The Kind That Smiles in Your Face
Not all misogyny shouts. Some of it whispers. Some of it comes dressed as politeness, concern, or tradition. It’s when women are praised for being “selfless” while their needs go …
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Misogyny Hides Well, Until Women Rise.
When women step into leadership with truth on our tongues, the hidden misogyny from all sides crawls into the light. The world is comfortable with us nurturing, fixing, and loving …