Republicanism vs. Multiculturalism in France Republicanism vs. Multiculturalism in France
The country struggles with religion and integration one week after the Charlie Hebdo murders.
Jan 21, 2015 / Column / Katha Pollitt
‘Vessel’ Inspires the Future Fight for Abortion Rights ‘Vessel’ Inspires the Future Fight for Abortion Rights
The new documentary following Dutch doctor Rebecca Gomperts provides important context to necessary change for global reproductive rights.
Jan 12, 2015 / Books & the Arts / Katha Pollitt
Mario Cuomo Gave Some Great Speeches. But What Did He Actually Accomplish? Mario Cuomo Gave Some Great Speeches. But What Did He Actually Accomplish?
And why are progressives so easily seduced by words?
Jan 7, 2015 / Column / Katha Pollitt
A Holiday List You Should Definitely Check Twice A Holiday List You Should Definitely Check Twice
These groups are already making a difference for women, victims of war, disease and violence—but they can do more with your help.
Dec 17, 2014 / Column / Katha Pollitt
Pro-Lifers Answer My Questions (Well, Some of Them) Pro-Lifers Answer My Questions (Well, Some of Them)
They aren’t very interested in compromise, or birth control—or, for that matter, in engaging much with pro-choicers.
Nov 25, 2014 / Column / Katha Pollitt
Congrats, Pro-Lifers, You Won! Now I Have Just a Few Questions for You Congrats, Pro-Lifers, You Won! Now I Have Just a Few Questions for You
What would your abortion compromise look like? What will you do for pregnant women who can’t afford a child? And more.
Nov 5, 2014 / Column / Katha Pollitt
Exclusive Excerpt: How Pro-Choicers Can Take Back the Moral High Ground Exclusive Excerpt: How Pro-Choicers Can Take Back the Moral High Ground
It’s time to claim abortion rights as a social good.
Oct 21, 2014 / Feature / Katha Pollitt
A Positive Case For Abortion Rights A Positive Case For Abortion Rights
"Having children when you want to have children is very important for women's lives."
Oct 16, 2014 / Katha Pollitt
Why Is ‘Yes Means Yes’ So Misunderstood? Why Is ‘Yes Means Yes’ So Misunderstood?
California’s affirmative consent law isn’t actually all that radical.
Oct 8, 2014 / Column / Katha Pollitt
Atheists Show Their Sexist Side Atheists Show Their Sexist Side
What is wrong with the men at the helm of the movement?
Sep 24, 2014 / Column / Katha Pollitt