Category Archives: Feminism, sexism, etc

The burden of childcare

Posted on June 14, 2006 by Nick Kiddle

Sometimes it seems the following must be invoked whenever a feminist brings up the subject of childcare as a burden: “Lots of men who work long hours in high-stress jobs would give anything to spend more time with their children.” … Continue reading →

Posted in Families structures, divorce, etc, Feminism, sexism, etc, Sexism hurts men | 27 Comments

My Current Thoughts on the Duke Rape Case

Posted on June 12, 2006 by Rachel S.

Over at Rachel’s Tavern I am answering some of the emails I have gotten in my new monthly mailbag post. In this post here at Alas, I am going to post my response to the most common questions I have … Continue reading →

Posted in Duke Rape Case, Rape, intimate violence, & related issues, Sex work, porn, etc | 60 Comments

All Else Being Equal, I Vote for Women of Color

Posted on June 3, 2006 by Ampersand

Hugo – who, needless to say, I have a lot of respect for – posted his endorsements for various political races in California, including the Democratic Party primary race for Lt. Governor in California. Hugo endorsed John Garamendi over his … Continue reading →

Posted in Elections and politics, Feminism, sexism, etc, Race, racism and related issues | 39 Comments

If I'm To Be Given One Label, Call Me An Egalitarian

Posted on May 31, 2006 by Abyss2hope

Since I started speaking out about my rape and rape in general, I’ve been called a man hater, anti-male and a few derogatory labels I won’t repeat here. Yet as I think about why I speak out and blog against … Continue reading →

Posted in Anti-feminists and their pals, Feminism, sexism, etc, Rape, intimate violence, & related issues | 8 Comments

What feminist book would you have 12-18 year olds read?

Posted on May 30, 2006 by Ampersand

From the “Alas” mailbag… hi, I’m looking for a book recommendation, and i wonder if you or a blog reader could help (though please don’t give out my e-mail address). I’m a teacher at a jr. high/high school. A recent … Continue reading →

Posted in Feminism, sexism, etc | 48 Comments

The Problem With Picking A Preferred Victimization

Posted on May 30, 2006 by Abyss2hope

In the comments of my post, False Allegation Worse Than Rape? cross-posted to Alas Ed wrote: Would you rather be raped or incarcerated for 1, 10, or 20 years. Maybe I am a freak but I will take a rape, … Continue reading →

Posted in Feminism, sexism, etc, Rape, intimate violence, & related issues | 40 Comments

False Allegation Worse Than Rape?

Posted on May 29, 2006 by Abyss2hope

Wes Raine: Rape is a truly terrible act. There is not much worse than rape, but this article details something that might be. An unnamed fifteen year old girl reported to police that a Connecticut cab driver tried to rape … Continue reading →

Posted in Anti-feminists and their pals, Feminism, sexism, etc, Rape, intimate violence, & related issues | 99 Comments

Sex Assault Suspect Kills Family, Self

Posted on May 25, 2006 by Abyss2hope

AP A man standing trial on sexual assault charges apparently killed his wife, their two children and himself hours before he was to testify Thursday, authorities said. When I posted earlier today on my blog about who people would blame … Continue reading →

Posted in Feminism, sexism, etc, Rape, intimate violence, & related issues | 5 Comments

Wis. Governor Signs Abstinence Bill

Posted on May 24, 2006 by Abyss2hope

AP Sex education teachers must present abstinence as the preferred behavior for unmarried people under a bill signed Tuesday by Gov. Jim Doyle. The legislation means teachers must emphasize that refraining from sex before marriage is the most effective way … Continue reading →

Posted in Feminism, sexism, etc, Gender and the Body | 77 Comments

Woman Shot, Killed In Domestic Assault – Who Cares?

Posted on May 23, 2006 by Abyss2hope

WCCO A woman is dead and her boyfriend is in custody after a weekend shooting in St. Paul, police said. I once assumed everyone would see this as a tragedy all Americans want to fight, yet in Time To Address … Continue reading →

Posted in Anti-feminists and their pals, Feminism, sexism, etc, Rape, intimate violence, & related issues, Same-Sex Marriage | 10 Comments