Tag Archives: Naomi Wolf
Naomi Wolf argues for de-politicized feminism
Tweet*Sigh* Naomi Wolf, won’t you please just stop? Wolf published a piece at Project Syndicate yesterday with the super friendly title “America’s Reactionary Feminists.” Yes, it’s another one of those articles lamenting that feminists don’t embrace female politicians who actively work against feminist goals. In this instance, Wolf takes the opportunity to promote one of [...]
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A WOLF in sheep’s clothing: Maya and Lori take on Naomi’s latest misguided speakout
Tweet In an article entitled “A tale of two rape charges” Naomi Wolf, most famously known as the author of “The Beauty Myth” and more recently known as the feminist defender of Julian Assange, says that the way the charges against Dominique Strauss-Kahn have been treated so far are “worrisome” to her. What precisely is [...]
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How to respectfully disagree with Naomi Wolf
Tweet Like many Americans, I was deeply affected by the shooting that took place this weekend in Arizona. Among other things (like the fragility of life-yes it’s been a rough weekend), it made me think about the harm that violent political rhetoric can cause. How it brings down the quality of life for you, for [...]
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What We Missed
TweetThe Center for American Progress has released a huge report on the racial and economic injustices of the Hyde Amendment. It’s a must-read (PDF). Want to help an amazing cause and get some dope 80s mash-ups? Donate to WAM! and get the official mash-up soundtrack that the awesome Marc Faletti put together for this weekend’s [...]
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Breaking: Assange to be extradited to Sweden to answer sexual crime allegations