Marni Sommer
Marni Sommer is an associate professor of Sociomedical Sciences at the Mailman School of Public Health at Columbia University, and a Public Voices Fellow with The OpEd Project.
Toilet Trouble
Donald Trump’s comments about Hillary Clinton’s bathroom break during the latest presidential debate were ridiculous and offensive, but at least he’s bringing attention to ongoing gender inequities.
Lessons From Judy Blume: Pubescent Problems Matter
Despite Blume’s best efforts, young people in the U.S. still lack adequate information about their bodies and sexuality—and they’re not alone.