Tag Archives: sex workers

The real secret service scandal: NOT paying for sex

By Katie | Published: April 23, 2012

Tweet The Secret Service debacle has been politicized, sensationalized and commodified. Spirit Airlines has launched a “more bang for your buck” ad, with an “upfront payment is required” warning. The Republicans have made it an Obama issue, the president is angry and the press has covered it as a salacious scandal. Meanwhile, neither the politicians [...]

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The New York Post somehow surpasses rock bottom

By Vanessa | Published: August 10, 2011

TweetReally? I feel like it’s almost pointless to have folks email the paper to complain since I very highly doubt any reparations will be made for this abysmal excuse for journalism — I mean, even for a tabloid, this is just low. Nonetheless, you should still call the Post’s offices directly at (212) 930-8000 to [...]

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What We Missed

By Vanessa | Published: December 17, 2010

Tweet Of course fucking Sarah Palin is getting crazy media attention for addressing Boehner’s tears and double standards for women that feminist bloggers have already covered. More International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers coverage from RH Reality Check (and the Research for Sex Work) on stigma and violence against transgender sex workers. The [...]

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