Gender and Sexuality

‘The Inheritance’ Takes E.M. Forster Out of the Closet

‘The Inheritance’ Takes E.M. Forster Out of the Closet ‘The Inheritance’ Takes E.M. Forster Out of the Closet

Bringing Howards End into today’s gay Manhattan, playwright Matthew Lopez shows that “Only Connect” is still a radical message.

Nov 12, 2019 / Feature / Darryl Pinckney

Santiago Chile Protest Graffiti

The Walls of Chile Speak of a Suppressed Rage The Walls of Chile Speak of a Suppressed Rage

“It’s not about the 30 pesos. It’s about 30 years.”

Nov 7, 2019 / Terri Gordon-Zolov and Eric Zolov

Virginia State Election Celebration

The Democratic Wins in Virginia Are What Happens When You Have a Smart Ground Game—and Fair Elections The Democratic Wins in Virginia Are What Happens When You Have a Smart Ground Game—and Fair Elections

Democrats flipped both chambers of the state legislature thanks to years of hard work, diverse and inspiring candidates—and district maps that didn’t discriminate against black vot...

Nov 6, 2019 / Joan Walsh

The Problem With Dressing Up as a Witch for Halloween

The Problem With Dressing Up as a Witch for Halloween The Problem With Dressing Up as a Witch for Halloween

There is a rebellious power in the idea of being a witch, but it is not a cosmetic rebellion.

Oct 31, 2019 / Alice Markham-Cantor

Can Virginia Democrats Win the Statehouse in 2019?

Can Virginia Democrats Win the Statehouse in 2019? Can Virginia Democrats Win the Statehouse in 2019?

The 11 extraordinary women who rode an anti-Trump wave to victory are trying to get reelected, and add to their numbers. All Republicans have to fight them are lies and fear—but th...

Oct 29, 2019 / Joan Walsh

Brandon Taubman

The Astros Fire Brandon Taubman, but the Real Problem Remains The Astros Fire Brandon Taubman, but the Real Problem Remains

His sacking doesn’t change the fact that the Houston Astros slandered a reporter for doing her job.

Oct 25, 2019 / Dave Zirin

Roberto Osuna and Martin Maldonado

The Houston Astros Don’t Care About Domestic Violence The Houston Astros Don’t Care About Domestic Violence

Astros Assistant General Manager Brandon Taubman taunted women reporters about domestic violence. Instead of apologizing, the team doubled down.

Oct 22, 2019 / Dave Zirin

How Abortion Pills Will Shape Our Future

How Abortion Pills Will Shape Our Future How Abortion Pills Will Shape Our Future

The Supreme Court may make it harder to get to an abortion clinic, but thanks to drugs, coat hangers can remain a thing of the past. 

Oct 10, 2019 / Column / Katha Pollitt

Maltrato a niñas y mujeres que buscan acceso al aborto por violación

Maltrato a niñas y mujeres que buscan acceso al aborto por violación Maltrato a niñas y mujeres que buscan acceso al aborto por violación

En México, médicos, enfermeras, administradores de hospitales y funcionarios públicos están tratando de impedir que las sobrevivientes de violación tengan acceso al aborto legal.

Oct 10, 2019 / Amy Littlefield and Laura Gottesdiener

Drilling in California Central Valley

As We Focus on Impeachment, Trump Is Restructuring the Country As We Focus on Impeachment, Trump Is Restructuring the Country

His administration is working hard to shut down immigration, eliminate environmental regulations, and undermine abortion rights.

Oct 8, 2019 / Sasha Abramsky

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