Two Senators Per State Is Not Representative Government
It’s not a matter of North vs. South, or Coasts vs. Midwest. Election results demonstrate that it’s a matter of city mouse vs. country mouse.
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You are living at a pivotal time in history. With so much happening in the world of government, politics, and current events, it is more important than ever that you stay up-to-date on the issues you care about and learn how you can take action.
In the United States and around the world, issues and events involving women and gender are at the forefront of the political conversation. Engaging in politics is a powerful way to expand your mind and fulfill your civic duty.
Walk the Talk: Politics and Current Events
- Education: Learn what is happening in government and how it impacts the issues you care about.
- Inspiration: Read about today’s leaders and trailblazers in government and current events who are shaping the political conversation and public opinion.
- Action: Discover ways to get involved and support the leaders and political candidates that align with your beliefs.
- Opinion: Hear different voices offer their perspectives on key political issues and form your own conclusions.
Whether you are passionate about alternative energy development, secondary education, pro bono legal services, sexual abuse, human trafficking, homelessness, sustainability, elder care, LGBTQ rights, world hunger, civic engagement, financial literacy, prison reform, fighting poverty, reproductive rights, sex education, substance abuse, job skills training, women’s rights, urban development, economic empowerment, water and sanitation, or something else entirely, Like a Boss Girls has the information, resources and inspiration to make you a standout global citizen!
Speak Now, or Forever Yield Your Power
In this op-ed, Kaelyn Malkoski argues why our voice is our most important tool in the face of injustice. We must speak now and recognize our power.
California Wildfires — How to Donate & What You Need to Know…
We've compiled a list of some of the best ways you can make a donation to support those impacted by the Camp and Woolsey California wildfires.
Everything You Need to Know About Voting in the Midterms
Election Day is Tuesday, November 6. What are the midterms, why do they matter, and how do you vote?
America, Listen to Us When We’re Talking to You
We deserve — no, we DEMAND — better from our employers, spouses, friends, co-workers, and most importantly, elected representatives.
The Moral Superiority Olympics: How The Quest for Ideological Purity…
In a world fueled by social media, social justice warriors can end up on the wrong side of their own cause. Find out why this happens, and why nobody wins.
#REFUSE: Let’s Show Them A World Without Women
If we don't have equal rights & representation, then perhaps we shouldn't be doing so much of the work. Let's give men a glimpse at a world without women.
If You’re Angry & You Know It: The Time for Political…
Being agreeable in a toxic political climate is a dangerous game. It's time to lean in to political activism.
Heretic or Heroine? In Defense of Ayaan Hirsi Ali
Find out why activist, feminist, author & politician Ayaan Hirsi Ali is such a lightning rod for controversy -- both in Islamic countries & in the West.
Is Taylor Swift a “Fake Feminist”? The Divisive Rhetoric of…
Taylor Swift calls herself a feminist, but for many modern feminists, her actions fall short of her words. We dig deeper into the "fake feminist" rhetoric.
Ozyfest: The Most Mystifying Left-Wing Festival Of Our Time
Here's the lowdown on my experience at Ozyfest, a two-day festival of entertainers, innovators and thought leaders held every summer in NYC's Central Park.
“Nothing” is Not an Option: Grappling with the Banality of…
The "banality of evil" - the normalization of the monstrous - is happening now. Take action today, as evil only requires that good people do nothing.
Kumba-NAH: I Wish Everyone Cared About Other People
When caring about other people is a matter of right and wrong, Mayor of Dametown Dixie Laite says BYE to bipartisanship.
Elana Leopold: Founding Partner of Seneca Strategies, Women’s…
We interview one of the powerhouse women behind Seneca Strategies, a women-owned political consulting firm that counts Cynthia Nixon as a client.
The New Agenda + The List: The Invaluable Presence of Amy Siskind
Like a Boss Girls Author Sarah McEvoy reflects on life, politics and why she's looking to Amy Siskind to guide the way.
One thing I know for certain about myself is…
Gabrielle Goldstein and Lyzz Schwegler, Cofounders of Sister District…
Don't miss our conversation with Gaby Goldstein on episode #17 of our Mind of a Mentor podcast! Listen now on iTunes and Soundcloud.
The Sister District Project is a…
Interview | Maria Yuan, Founder of IssueVoter Civic Engagement Platform
Let's face it -- keeping up on politics is a lot of work. Fortunately, Maria Yuan has created IssueVoter -- a user-friendly solution for civic engagement.
METOO IN THE MIRROR: THE CASE OF AZIZ ANSARI
The case against Aziz Ansari IS worth talking about, but it's NOT the #MeToo conversation, and we risk discrediting a very important movement.
Interpreting Consent in the Age of the MeToo Movement
It is more important than ever to talk about consent. Find out what constitutes consent and why it can be rescinded just as easily as it is given.
WOMEN HAVE SPOKEN UP with #MeToo – TIME FOR MEN TO STEP UP
Fun fact: Female guppies have evolved to swim faster than their male counterparts to avoid being sexually harassed. My question is, if tiny female poecilia reticulata…
When The Political Gets Personal
Lindy West describes feminism as "the long slow realization that the things you love hate you.” It hurts, especially when those ‘things’ turn out to be people, and…
THE POWER OF THE WOMEN’S MARCH
In times of political unrest it is reassuring to see people come together in support of a common cause. How the Women's March gave me hope.
