The news media today were abuzz with a report that 55 percent of female Marines in boot camp can’t do three pullups. As a result, the Marines are postponing implementation of the requirement that was supposed to take effect January 1. The delay interferes with plans to equalize physical standards and integrate women into combat … Continue reading Three pullups too many for female Marines
These Dutch television hosts decided to see what a woman’s labor pains feel like. I love it! This should be required for all fathers-to-be. Or anyone who needs to learn a little more respect for what a woman goes through during childbirth. For The Young Turks commentary: Continue reading Men try simulated labor pains (video)
What should female journalists wear on television? The Washington Post addressed that issue yesterday with an article entitled “The colorful evolution of newswomen’s attire.” To anyone who watches TV news, it has become obvious that female anchors no longer feel constrained by the old “dress for success” style of dark suits and conservative blouses that … Continue reading Serious news or serious sexualization?
Are you listening, Republicans? This is the theme song for America’s women. Get used to it. From the YouTube notes: Women constitute more than half of the population. In 2008, 60% of voters were women. It is estimated that 10 million more women than men will vote in this election. Despite this, women make up … Continue reading 2012 election: ‘You Don’t Own Me’
Not only can women not “have it all,” but they are born at an $849,000 lifetime disadvantage. They live longer, earn less, pay more for insurance, and take more time off from careers to care for children and aging parents. That’s how AOL’s Nicole Seghetti sees it. Her breakdown goes something like this: Women live … Continue reading Born $849,000 in the hole
The war on women continues. Of course it does. It hasn’t stopped just because I ran out of expletives. Temporarily. But while I’ve paused to catch my breath, others have carried on. After all, I’m not the only woman out here. Of note is a little essay over on Airy Persiflage about the Michigan House … Continue reading War on women continues
