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The Feministing Five: Dr. Samantha King

We’re mid-way through Breast Cancer Awareness month, so naturally that means I have yet again turned into a grumbly, Pink Ribbon skeptic. For this week’s Feministing Five, we spoke with Dr. Samantha King, author of Pink Ribbons, Inc.: Breast Cancer and the Politics of Philanthropy to learn more about the pink ribbon consumerist industry and why you should apply your critical feminist eye on the collusion between cancer prevention and corporate engagement. 

We’re mid-way through Breast Cancer Awareness month, so naturally that means I have yet again turned into a grumbly, Pink Ribbon skeptic. For this week’s Feministing Five, we spoke with Dr. Samantha King, author of Pink Ribbons, ...