Four Ways Research Has Changed the Abortion Debate
When it comes to reproductive rights, science is on a winning streak. By Nina Martin Activists gather in…
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How Social Scientists and Private Donors Took Down the Texas Abortion Law
Research funded by the Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation and others not only helped spur the nation’s top court…
Are Video Games Becoming Less Sexist?
New research finds a decline in the sexualization of female characters. By Tom Jacobs Lara Croft, the protagonist…
Theresa May Steps Out Onto the Glass Cliff
Research suggests it’s no coincidence a woman will lead the United Kingdom during this time of crisis. By…
Why Has It Taken the Menstrual Cup So Long to Go Mainstream?
Its long, sputtering history tells us that we change what we use only after we change how we think.
One Benefit of Greater Abortion Access
The Supreme Court this morning made it more difficult for states to restrict access to abortions. The ruling…
A Huge Win for Reproductive Rights Activists
The Supreme Court strikes down abortion restrictions in Texas. By Francie Diep Texas abortion provider Amy Hagstrom-Miller looks…
The Science Behind Banning Body-Shaming Advertising
Seeing thin models in media is bad for your psyche, and body-shaming is bad for brands’ reputations. By…
We’re One Step Closer to Having Women Register for the Draft
The United States Senate overwhelmingly approved a defense bill on Tuesday that would, for the first time, require…