Politics
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Two Black Trans Women, Dominique Fells and Riah Milton, Were Killed Within 24 Hours
Two Black trans women, Dominique Fells and Riah Milton, were killed this week, highlighting the disproportionate rates of violence against the community.
By Kayleigh Roberts
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Land of The Free... Information
The U.S. Constitution does not explicitly protect privacy. Worse, we are one of the few countries without a universal data privacy law (along with the likes of Sudan and Syria). Mary Stone Ross, coauthor of the country's most expansive state privacy law, argues in favor of federal legislation.
By Mary Stone Ross
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Your Data Is Discriminating...Against You
For some, privacy infringement doesn’t just mean annoying ads; it could mean being denied a job or housing. Prachi Gupta investigates big data’s big problem.
By Prachi Gupta
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Voting by Mail: A State-by-State Guide for the 2020 Election
Wondering how you can vote by mail? Presenting: A state-by-state guide to whether your state allows mail-in or absentee voting, and how to request a mail-in ballot.
By Rachel Epstein
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Tomi Adeyemi Makes Magic. Again.
With the highly anticipated release of Children of Virtue and Vengeance, the sequel to the bestselling, politically charged fantasy Children of Blood and Bone, the 26-year-old proves that she's just getting started.
By Megan DiTrolio
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Environmental Measures on the 2018 Midterm Election Ballots You Should Know About
A guide to what's on the ballot to protect the planet and its residents, big and small.
By Cady Drell
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Michelle Obama Gets Candid About the Importance of Female Friendships
"You were straddling that fence that I so often straddled as the wife of a politician."
By Bianca Rodriguez
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A Joe Biden Beauty Sponge Is the Latest Voting Flex
There's a Kamala Harris highlighter on the way, too.
By Taylore Glynn
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Lara Trump, Donald's Daughter-In-Law, Is His Campaign's Secret Weapon
She left her job at Inside Edition to help with the 2016 election.
By Bianca Rodriguez
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Stacey Abrams' Opponent, Brian Kemp, Once Denied Funding to a Rape Crisis Center
Women across America are gearing up for a fight.
By Jenny Hollander
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Talks to Help You Get Informed About Racism in America
Become a better ally by educating yourself.
By Megan DiTrolio
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Joe Biden Chooses Kamala Harris as His Vice President
We officially have a woman on the ticket!
By Rachel Epstein
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Time's Up President Tina Tchen Reflects on the Historic Announcement of Kamala Harris as Biden's VP Pick
She says it's crucial to protect Harris—and all women of color running for office—from the sexism and racism they often face from the media.
By Megan DiTrolio
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"Will You Shut Up, Man"—Joe Biden and Also Me Watching This Debate
I'm exhausted!
By Bianca Rodriguez
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The USPS Is Actively Being Destroyed By President Trump—Here's How to Help
The Trump administration refusing to fund the U.S. Postal Service could have a huge effect on mail-in voting for the 2020 election. Here are some ways to help.
By Rachel Epstein
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EMILY's List President Laphonza Butler Has Big Plans for the Organization
Under Butler's leadership, the largest resource for women in politics aims to expand Black political power and become more accessible for candidates across the nation.
By Rachel Epstein
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The Rules of the Vice Presidential Debate Have Changed Due to COVID-19
For one thing, Kamala Harris and Mike Pence will debate from behind plexiglass shields.
By Andrea Park
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Unforgettable Quotes by Marsha P. Johnson
Her message and legacy are still critically important.
By Bianca Rodriguez
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Who is Maryanne Trump Barry, Donald Trump's Older Sister?
"I knew better even as a child than to even attempt to compete with Donald."
By Bianca Rodriguez
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Kamala Harris Says It’s Time To Make Women Full Citizens At Last
At a campaign event she said that passing the ERA would be one of her first orders of business.
By Chloe Angyal
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Sorry, Consuming Trauma Porn Is Not Allyship
Why aren’t Black victims afforded the same dignity in death as white victims?
By Ashlee Marie Preston
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Marie Claire's Guide to the 2020 Election
Everything you need to know to make an informed decision at the polls.
By Rachel Epstein
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Chelsea Clinton Explained Why She's No Longer Friends With Ivanka Trump
Clinton and Trump were close friends before the 2016 election.
By Emily Dixon
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What Happens If I Don’t Vote?
Five very real possibilities.
By Emily Tisch Sussman
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6 Political Candidate Organizations Helping Women Run for Office
Win or lose, it's about showing up—and each group plays a unique role in the process.
By Rachel Epstein
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The Biggest Gun Violence Myths Debunked
In her new book, Fight Like a Mother, Moms Demand Action Founder Shannon Watts sets the record straight.
By Rachel Epstein
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Signing These Petitions Can Help Reopen the Cases of Slain Black People
Add your signature and demand justice.
By Shannon Barbour