In a hearing held by the Women, Peace, and Security Caucus, Afghan women negotiators emphasized that the United States’ support is critical to the peace process and democracy and that the U.S. “leaving should not result in state collapse and collapse of institutions.” The Afghan women negotiators cautioned that the Afghan peace process requires patience, […]
Feminist Majority and Feminist Majority Equality PAC Endorse Delegate Hala Ayala for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia
“Feminist Majority and its Feminist Majority Equality PAC are proud to endorse Delegate Hala Ayala for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia,” said Eleanor Smeal, co-founder and president of the Feminist Majority. “Hala has been a champion for women and families her entire career, especially when it comes to women’s equality and reproductive justice. Her work and advocacy as […]
Jennifer Carroll Foy Earns Endorsement from Feminist Majority Equality PAC
“We can’t wait to see her make history this year, and break yet another barrier.” (Woodbridge, VA) –The Feminist Majority, a national organization headquartered in Virginia, that advocates for women’s equality, reproductive health, and non-violence, and its Feminist Majority Equality PAC, are proud to endorse Delegate Jennifer Carroll Foy for Governor of Virginia. Carrol Foy, who […]
Representation Matters: An Intersectional Analysis of What’s at Stake for Women in Politics in 2020
If you’re on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook, you’ve probably seen #RepresentationMatters floating around. The phrase checks all the boxes for social media – it’s trendy, catchy, and well-suited to describe an expansive list of fields and situations. But what is representation when it comes to politics? Who are our representatives, how do we choose them, […]
Not All Hope is Lost in Afghanistan
In the 18th year of the United States’ war in Afghanistan, many people are having a hard time keeping up with the conflict and painting a well-rounded picture of the quality of life on the ground and the positive outcomes of US intervention. This is primarily due to the morbid and chaotic picture of Afghanistan […]
The Fight Continues: Child Marriage Still a Global Issue
At 11 years old Mwaka was given to her neighbor as a child bride in exchange for 2,000 kwacha—about 16 US dollars. Her father needed the money to feed their family and Mwaka was sold off without her knowledge as a child bride to a man who was 65 years old. After six months, Mwaka […]
Take Action: What Can I Do About the Immigration Crisis?
In light of the Trump administration’s endless crusade of anti-immigrant rhetoric and policies, it’s easy to feel defeated if we aren’t lawyers, Congresspeople, or activists located near the border. Although this administration makes us feel powerless, it’s important that we, as feminists, mobilize to amplify the work of the undocumented folks and immigrants who have […]
Why the Entire Country Must Care About Virginia
2019. It might not have the same ring to it as 2020, but that does not make it any less important. On November 5, Virginians will vote in state elections that could impact people in every other state in this country on issues ranging from women’s equality to the political makeup of our Congress to […]
We Need Nancy Pelosi To Be The Next House Speaker
In fifth grade, prior to the 2008 election, I was nearly sent to the principal’s office for calling another student a sexist when he declared, “My dad says Nancy Pelosi is bad.” How I was able to articulate sexism as a fifth grader is beyond me. I was the kind of kid who dreaded the […]
We’re Missouri Students and We Need McCaskill to Reject Kavanaugh
As college students, women of color, and Missouri voters, the fate of our bodies, choices, and futures is at the forefront of our minds as the Senate considers the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court. Crucial protections for our healthcare and our reproductive lives are at risk. Roe v. Wade, […]