Researchers say that “born this way” ideology could make people more homophobic, not less. A study from the Pew Research Center finds that the idea that people are “born gay” could be harmful because it promotes the belief that gay people are genetically different. A Women’s Studies professor agrees, stating: “Historically, biological arguments for identity are largely used in the service of quite heinous political movements like slavery, the Holocaust, and the history of racism.” (And let’s not forget the history of sexism, which is attached to the “female brain” myth and the idea that female subordination — aka gender — is biologically or psychologically innate.)
A producer is tweeting descriptions of women from movie scripts, and, surprise! They’re totally creepy/sexist.
Here’s what it would be like if male characters were introduced in scripts like women.
Every year the Super Bowl brings increased demand for prostitution to the U.S. city that hosts it. This year, Santa Clara police found at least 42 victims during Super Bowl sex trafficking stings.
Study shows that companies with female leaders have higher profits.
New TV show, “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” airs skit reminding ladies to put yourself first (in a sexy way).