The Queen of Candor: Aline Kominsky-Crumb 1948–2022 The Queen of Candor: Aline Kominsky-Crumb 1948–2022
Her fearless autobiographical stories revolutionized cartooning.
How Social Media Ensures that No One Hears Amber Heard How Social Media Ensures that No One Hears Amber Heard
The entertainment-misogyny complex has created a host of incentives for demonizing figures like Amber Heard for speaking out about their trauma.
Nov 30, 2022 / Deborah Epstein and Ray Epstein
Nancy Fraser’s Lessons From the Long History of Capitalism Nancy Fraser’s Lessons From the Long History of Capitalism
She talked to The Nation about capitalism's evolutions and what the left can do to better prepare for the next political crisis.
Nov 29, 2022 / Q&A / Rhoda Feng
When It Comes to Endometriosis, “Doing Your Own Research” Might Actually Be Necessary When It Comes to Endometriosis, “Doing Your Own Research” Might Actually Be Necessary
The health care system often neglects women and people with uteruses. For those who suffer from invisible diseases, informing oneself can be life-saving work.
Nov 28, 2022 / Kate Shannon Jenkins
We’re Thankful for Our Abortions We’re Thankful for Our Abortions
Many people who have abortions celebrate their experience. Here's why my colleagues and I at We Testify are thankful.
Nov 24, 2022 / Nikiya Natale
Kevin McCarthy Will Miss Nancy Pelosi. If He Survives. Kevin McCarthy Will Miss Nancy Pelosi. If He Survives.
She knew how to whip GOP votes better than some Republicans. If McCarthy is elected, he’ll never control the House the way she did.
Nov 21, 2022 / Joan Walsh
Democrats Shouldn’t Take Women Voters for Granted Democrats Shouldn’t Take Women Voters for Granted
Far from alienating the electorate, an emphasis on abortion rights delivered victory.
Nov 17, 2022 / Column / Katha Pollitt
Get Ready for More Ballot Initiatives to Restore Abortion Rights in Red States Get Ready for More Ballot Initiatives to Restore Abortion Rights in Red States
There’s a cavernous gap between public support for reproductive rights and the restrictions pushed by deep-red states. Ballot initiatives are one way to fight back.
Nov 17, 2022 / Amy Littlefield
Governor Kathy Hochul Summons the Feminist Cavalry. Did She Need To? Governor Kathy Hochul Summons the Feminist Cavalry. Did She Need To?
I can’t imagine she’ll lose to Trump-hugging, election-denying Lee Zeldin, but…
Nov 4, 2022 / Joan Walsh
Can a District Attorney Dismantle Mass Incarceration and Fight for Gender Justice? Can a District Attorney Dismantle Mass Incarceration and Fight for Gender Justice?
Civil rights lawyer and anti-carceral feminist Pamela Price might just win the Alameda County DA seat—but can she resolve its contradictions?
Nov 1, 2022 / Piper French