Mean Boys: Social Bullying Isn’t Just for Girls
A new study shows that boys can shun and ostracize with the best of them. We’ll have to drop our “mean girls” bias to better understand how they do it.
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We’re Not Opposite Sexes, But Television Wants You to Think That We Are
Another example of an advertisement that plays off of tired stereotypes.
Don’t Believe the FBI’s Most Recent Hate Crime Statistics
Crimes targeting black and transgender Americans persist, but they are under-reported and under-recorded.
Gender Equality Wins the Gold
A new study finds equal rights for women may also boost the competitive prospects of men.
Fortune 1000 Women Look More Supportive and Compassionate
And the more they look like that, the higher they rank on Fortune's list.
The Supreme Court’s ‘Hobby Lobby’ Ruling Isn’t a Women’s Health Issue
It’s a private health issue. And it affects us all.
A Way for Feminism to Overcome Its ‘Class Problem’
A growing body of research indicates that there are few other interventions that improve the economic prospects and work-life balance of women workers as much as unions do.
Suape’s Children: The Social Conflict Surrounding One of Brazil’s Most Important Ports
What happens when you give power to a private security service in an attempt to quickly boost economic growth.
The Woman in Red Is Seen as a Threat by Other Women
New research confirms that the color red sends a signal of sexual availability.
Solving the Sign Problem for Gender-Neutral Bathrooms
One writer proposes a simple solution that shouldn't offend anyone.