In a debate highlighting stark ideological differences, abortion became the central issue between Tim Walz and J.D. Vance. Walz firmly asserted that reproductive rights are fundamental human rights, while Vance advocated for a state-by-state approach, arguing that different regions should set their own rules. However, Walz’s passionate stance made one thing clear: a woman’s right […]
Kamala Harris Takes Trump to Task: A Debate Victory for Democracy
In the first—and likely only—debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, Vice President Harris emerged as the undeniable winner, showcasing her leadership and command of the issues while leaving Trump scrambling to defend his record. With elegance, poise, and most importantly, facts, Harris dismantled Trump’s empty rhetoric. From the moment she stepped on stage, greeted […]
Taliban’s New Law Prohibits Afghan Women from Speaking in Public and Mandates Full Body Covering. Time to Codify Gender Apartheid.
The Taliban’s new law on the Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of Vice marks another severe regression in the human rights and freedoms of Afghan women. It confirms and expands the Taliban’s oppressive measures that the regime has imposed since its return to power in August 2021. The new law enforces strict restrictions on women’s […]
Governor Tim Walz: A Champion for the ERA and Reproductive Justice
The Feminist Majority is thrilled with Vice President Harris’ choice of Gov. Tim Walz for her running mate. As a longtime supporter of the Equal Rights Amendment and reproductive rights, Walz is the type of leader we need, and deserve, as Vice President. Walz’s career is a testament to his commitment to gender equality and […]
Trump’s Vice-Presidential Nominee Wants Women to Stay Married and Have Children — Even in Violent Relationships
On July 15, Trump announced his pick for Vice President at the Republican National Convention — a young Ohio Senator named J.D. Vance. Vance is most well-known for his book, “Hillbilly Elegy,” where he recounts his tumultuous childhood. Vance became a Senator when he won the Ohio seat in 2022. Before his election and support […]
Vice Presidential Candidate J.D. Vance’s Longtime Connection to Far-Right Billionaire Peter Thiel
Trump’s newly-announced running mate, Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio, has a deep history with Peter Thiel, a longtime GOP donor and Silicon Valley billionaire. Thiel has a net worth of 7.9 billion dollars as he co-founded PayPal, invested in Facebook, and is a partner of a venture capital firm, Founders Fund, that has investments in […]
Trump’s Guilty Verdict and Its Impact on the 2024 Election
On May 31st, Trump was found guilty of all 34 felonies of falsifying business records. Trump is currently planning his appeal to these convictions and awaiting sentencing which will take place on July 11th. He could end up with prison time or a hefty fine as his non-violent felony convictions each carry a punishment of […]
An Anti-Abortion Agenda: If Trump Gets Elected, Women Will Be Affected
Donald Trump is the likely candidate for the 2024 Republican Presidential nominee. But what would another Trump presidency look like for women? An Anti-Abortion Agenda A potential Trump administration could have far-reaching impacts on abortion restrictions across the nation. Ever since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the fight for reproductive healthcare has become […]
Ohio woman’s miscarriage leads to potential indictment
Brittany Watts, a 34-year-old woman from Ohio, is now at the center of a controversial legal battle, facing potential indictment for a fifth-degree felony of “abuse of a corpse” after miscarrying a nonviable fetus at home. Watts’ arrest in October 2023 has sent shockwaves through the reproductive rights movement, raising questions about the implications of […]
New Year, New Laws on Gender and Abortion
As we celebrate the beginning of 2024, many states are kicking off the new year with new laws going into effect, many focused on gender and abortion rights. There was a record-breaking number of anti-LGBTQ legislation introduced by Republican state legislators in 2023, with the American Civil Liberties Union recording at least 508 bills targeting […]