Category Archives: feminists & feminism

The Astros, Their Wives, Charity, and the Houston Area Women’s Center

Posted on May 14, 2013 by

Full disclosure—I used to work at the Houston Area Women’s Center, so I definitely have some strong feelings about this. Keep in mind, however, that I speak only for myself on this blog. I’m really upset that the Houston Astros have left … Continue reading →

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Something Fishy at Reef Restaurant in Houston

Posted on May 11, 2013 by

Update 5/14/13: I don’t have all of the details yet, and want to double-check before I spread news that isn’t mine to spread, but it sounds like the Reef and Planned Parenthood folks have come together to bridge the gap, … Continue reading →

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Why Being Pro-Choice Encompasses More Than Abortion

Posted on April 28, 2013 by

Fundamentally, being pro-choice is shorthand for saying that a woman—not her doctor, nor her priest, nor her state or federal legislator—is the person who should control her own body. Agency. Bodily integrity. The right to choose whether and when to … Continue reading →

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Top Tips for Shaking People Down for the Cause

Posted on April 23, 2013 by

Thanks to the internet, we’re all fundraisers now. How can you stand out and make sure you bring in the big bucks? Here are some of the things I kept in mind while I rolled past my fundraising goal for … Continue reading →

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EdenSoy, Roots Bistro, and Constructive Next Steps

Posted on April 16, 2013 by

Was I outraged over the sign at Roots Bistro? You bet. Do I feel my energy was wasted sharing my outrage, or that I or others overreacted? No. I’m a little stunned that my blog post has received over 9,000 … Continue reading →

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