As an Australian, it was difficult to align the information regarding American statistics and policies with my own experiences as a young woman. I obviously didn't want to dismiss examples given just because they didn't apply to me, but I found myself skimming certain sections? I also wish this b...
I find that in life there are few things one should be absolutist about.The thing I most like about this book is the non-absolutist view that the confessedly-feminist author has on the parental issues she takes on.This book is mostly about the prejudice that women/mothers face. And mostly, this p...
To be honest, I was looking for a book on economics when the spine of the book drew me in. In spite of the sub-par writing (imo) and being the wrong target demo (the word feminist was used far too much) I truly enjoyed this book. The subject material and evidence against the societal norms kept m...
We have to. So why is it that we’re still being told that our “natural” place is at home? Sure, women aren’t getting the old 1950s barefoot-and-pregnant crap—but there’s still a strong movement that wants us to back-track our asses to the kitchen, despite the reality of women working. Regardless ...
(Again, so that they understand the whole “abortion” thing.)Twelve states have an ultrasound-related requirement built into their abortion laws.20 This means that the doctor is required to perform an ultra- sound, and in some cases must ask the patient to view it. Disregard for the moment that an...