One of my first jobs out of college had me assisting a publisher who frequently shared sensitive company information with me as I drafted memos and reports, which meant we often had to close the door to his office. He’d dictate what he needed to, and we’d move on with our day. Occasionally we’d do…
Read moreLess than a week after Lena Dunham had to apologize for defending Girls writer Murray Miller against accusations of sexual assault, 36 women from former Saturday Night Live casts have written a letter in support of senator Al Franken. The senator and SNL alum was accused of alleged sexual harassment and groping by radio host…
Read moreAs more women have come forward with stories of sexual harassment and misconduct by men in positions of power, numerous members of Congress have come forward with similar tales. Already four women Senators have shared their own “Me too” experiences and now three former and one current member of the House of Representatives are speaking…
Read moreA right-wing politician in Australia is being condemned for wearing a burqa in the country’s Senate chamber as part of an anti-Islam stunt. Pauline Hanson, the leader of the One Nation party, wore the garment to the Senate on Thursday to call attention to her proposed ban on wearing burqas. The move immediately drew sharp…
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