Author Archives: Rachel S.

The Olympics–a few thoughts on Global Inequality, Gender, Patriotism, and Multiculturalism

Posted on August 30, 2008 by Rachel S.

When I first started teaching I taught a class called “Prejudice and Discrimination,” in order to get my students to examine race, class, gender, and sexuality issues (later I added disability) I gave them an assignment where they had to … Continue reading →

Posted in Class, poverty, labor, & related issues, Colonialism, Immigration, Migrant Rights, etc, International issues, Media criticism | 19 Comments

Serious Question…For Everyone

Posted on August 28, 2008 by Rachel S.

Did you think that you would live long enough to see the first African American Presidential candidate nominated from a major party? I sure didn’t. I did think that I would live long enough to see a white woman be … Continue reading →

Posted in Elections and politics, Race, racism and related issues | 11 Comments

Is this an Obama Baby or what?

Posted on August 25, 2008 by Rachel S.

My little Eli is really growing fast. He’s been making talking sounds for a long time, and he tries to imitate people who talk to him. He kept saying some word that sounded like okra, so we tried to get … Continue reading →

Posted in Baby & kid blogging | 10 Comments

I'm Back…Sorta Kinda!

Posted on August 14, 2008 by Rachel S.

Over the past 2 months I’ve been inundated with baby care. My life has revolved mainly around feeding and diapering 2 little ones, so needless to say I haven’t had much time to blog, but I promise I haven’t given … Continue reading →

Posted in Baby & kid blogging, Families structures, divorce, etc | 17 Comments

Rachel's Baby Blogging: They Are Here!!

Posted on June 18, 2008 by Rachel S.

We welcomed our twins into the world last Friday via C-section. Eli arrived weighing 7lbs. 3oz., at 8:16 AM. He was 19 inches long. His Nigerian name is Emeka. Mark arrived weighing 6lbs. 5oz., at 8:18 AM. He was 18 … Continue reading →

Posted in Baby & kid blogging | 38 Comments

Serious Question…About Obama, Clinton, Racism, and Gender

Posted on June 6, 2008 by Rachel S.

Let me start by asking a question. Did anyone see Clinton’s, McCain’s, and Obama’s Tuesday night speeches in their entirety? I watched Clinton and Obama both, but I missed McCain. One thing that struck me about Clinton and Obama is … Continue reading →

Posted in Anti-feminists and their pals, Elections and politics, Feminism, sexism, etc, Race, racism and related issues | 10 Comments

Move Over: Pregnant Woman Coming Through

Posted on May 21, 2008 by Rachel S.

(Not yet proofread; please bear with me.) For me, one of the most striking things about pregnancy has been how pregnancy affects embodiment. In particular, I’m referring to how societal interactions and structures make affect social psychology and social interaction. … Continue reading →

Posted in Disabled Rights & Issues, Gender and the Body | 11 Comments

Babies Update

Posted on May 21, 2008 by Rachel S.

Hey folks it’s Rachel.  I figured I’d give everyone an update. Yes, my posting has been limited lately. I’m slowly getting prepared for the babies, and then we had some computer trouble last week, so needless to say I’ve been … Continue reading →

Posted in Baby & kid blogging, Families structures, divorce, etc, Whatever | 7 Comments

Open Thread…About the Presidential Election

Posted on May 6, 2008 by Rachel S.

While I finish up grading my 1000 papers (I’m exaggerating a little), I figured I’d open up the discussion about the election. We have two big primaries today in Indiana and North Carolina. What are your thoughts? Any pressing issues … Continue reading →

Posted in Elections and politics | 33 Comments

Bill Clinton Wants His "Race Card" Back

Posted on April 23, 2008 by Rachel S.

I don’t really know what people mean when they say “playing the race card.”  To me, 9 times out of 10 it’s really means “stop talking about race because I’m uncomfortable” or it means “don’t accuse me of racism.”  But … Continue reading →

Posted in Elections and politics, Race, racism and related issues | 18 Comments