Fat Shaming: It’s a Thing
Obese people continue to face prejudice and discrimination in a wide variety of ways and in an array of settings, from the school to the workplace.
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When Big Data Becomes Bad Data
Corporations are increasingly relying on algorithms to make business decisions, and that raises new legal questions.
¿Por Qué Llamamos a Los Inmigrantes Indocumentados ‘Aliens’ (Extranjeros)?
Analizamos la historia de la palabra, ya que fue eliminada del léxico jurídico de California.
Why Did We Ever Call Undocumented Immigrants ‘Aliens’?
We look at the history of the word as it's removed from California's legal lexicon.
The End of Locker-Room Talk
What a court case involving construction workers, moist towelettes, and a bridge in New Orleans signals about the future of manhood in the workplace.
The Future of Manhood in the Workplace
An early look at a Pacific Standard story that's currently only available to subscribers.
Racism and Discrimination Kill—Literally
Experiencing discrimination has been shown to have both acute and long-term effects on the body.
The Art of Negotiation for Women in the Workplace
Could banning salary negotiations for new employees reduce gender bias?
A Movement Against Racism Should Also Be a Movement for Mental Health
A notable side effect of the #BlackLivesMatter movement: the conversation around the mental health of African Americans.
Ellen Pao Might Not Win, and That’s OK
Regardless of the legal outcome, her lawsuit against a venerable venture capital firm stands to change the way Silicon Valley is perceived both inside and out.