Another Mother’s Day has passed. We heard that same ole paeans to motherhood from right wingers and the same ole reflections about mothers’ frustrations from progressives. In articles that haven’t changed much since Anne Crittenden penned her classic, The Price of Motherhood fourteen years ago, we saw appalling statistics about mothers, children and poverty. We …
After Dave Goldberg’s tragic sudden death on a treadmill last week, numerous condolences and accolades poured in from around the world. Many praised his leadership as CEO of SurveyMonkey. Several lauded him as a technological visionary. And of course, he was always listed as Sheryl Sandberg’s beloved husband. However, one surprise among all the tributes …
Dave Goldberg: Pro-Feminist Role Model or Super Rich Regular Guy? Read More »
One of the reasons we started Feminist Fever is because Kathleen and I desperately wanted to show people why feminism is still necessary. Far too people – women included – seem to believe, quite erroneously, that women are equal in our society. “We don’t need feminism anymore! Women today can do anything!” they cry. And …
Mansplaining: What Is It and What Is It Good For? Read More »
Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings has gotten so many accolades for his stance against domestic violence that you’d think he started the battered women’s movement. The blogsphere is loaded with articles lauding the “man’s man mayor” for his “leadership” on the issue. But does Rawlings deserve it? That’s highly debatable. I am glad that Rawlings is …