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Best Books about Overlooked Women in History. Top Story - August 2017.
Rosa Parks. Amelia Earhart. Cleopatra. Jackie Kennedy. Joan of Arc. These are just a few names on the long list of women who have unequivocally changed the course of history through their work, talent, beauty, or courage. And yet, this long list of names is immeasurably shorter than its male-centric counterpart. Over time society has been and continues to work toward gender equality; still, there are too many stories of feminine fierceness untold. While the world was busy lauding history's great men, there were women reaching equally laudable achievements, but the world wasn't ready to listen. It's time to give the long overdue recognition to some of the many women overlooked by history.
By Rachel G. David7 years ago in Viva
Terrifying Statistics About the State of Maternal Death in America
I'll begin this by saying that my pregnancy was a freak accident; I wasn't even supposed to be able to have kids. This pregnancy introduced me to the nightmare that is being pregnant in the United States.
By Alicia Springer7 years ago in Viva
How to Stop the Red Pill Phenomenon from Spreading. Top Story - August 2017.
Among feminists, there is a strong call to stop the Red Pill phenomenon from spreading. If you don't know what the Red Pill is, it's an internet community known for misogyny and telling men to emotionally abuse women to bed them. It has been linked with advocating for rape under the guise that "all women have rape fantasies."
By Chelsea Kendrick7 years ago in Viva
Why Traditional Gender Roles Are Dying Out
Back in 1950, the idea of being a stay-at-home mom was not just an option; it was a must. Women used to be resigned to being forced to cook, clean, and provide childcare for kids. In fact, up until very recently, the sheer notion that a woman might not want kids was not even considered to be a real option.
By Lindsie Polhemus7 years ago in Viva
Can Men Be Feminists?
Can men be feminists? It seems like such a simple question, right? With the word "feminism," it's likely that you immediately think of feminine things. Women's rights, women's health care, equal pay for women in the work place – these are all very commonly discussed feminist topics.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart7 years ago in Viva
Moments Where Pop Culture Actually Got Consent Right. Top Story - August 2017.
Pop culture has long since been known to cause a lot of misconceptions about dating, consent, and all other social constructs. Pop culture birthed terrible ideas like "the Friendzone," and the plot that the guy always gets the girl.
By Patricia Sarkar7 years ago in Viva