Politics - xoJane

Congress FINALLY Passes The Violence Against Women Act!

s.e. smith — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 17:05:00 -0500

The fact that VAWA languished for so long is an illustration of what a political football women’s rights in the US have become, that we cannot even get Congress to agree on a basic and fundamental issue, which is that women should be safe from sexual assault and domestic violence.

On Being A 17-Year Old Anti-Feminist

Olivia Singer — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 15:30:00 -0500

I remember, as a teenager, having a disagreement with a friend of mine when I wouldn’t call myself a feminist because I said that it implied that I hated men and I was terrified of being seen as anything other than a desirable, sexual being who just loved guys.

Glenn Beck Revokes the President's "Man Card"

s.e. smith — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 15:30:00 -0500

I wasn’t aware that Glenn Beck was the current head of the "Who’s a real man?” club, but evidently he is, and he used the power vested in him to strip President Obama of his man privileges.

WTF, NRA? A New Pro-Gun Ad References The Safety Of The President's Kids, And It's Really Not OK

Lesley — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:00:00 -0500

You know that expression: when you find you're standing in a hole, it's a good idea to stop digging? This is pertinent advice for the National Rifle Association at the moment.

Congressman Jim Moran's Son, Patrick Moran, Weasels Out of Consequences for Domestic Violence

s.e. smith — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:30:00 -0500

The great thing about being a Congressman’s son is that you can commit assault with basically no consequences, thanks to the power of your father.

Dear Washington Times, Women's Issues ARE Important Issues

s.e. smith — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 16:30:00 -0500

If I may nest my points for a moment, 51% of the electorate is not a special interest group, and women’s issues are important issues.

Should Your Taxes Pay for the Sex-Reassignment Surgery of Uninsured Trans People? REVISITED!

Lesley — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 14:00:00 -0500

The health of trans people is still a thing we should all care about.

Magic Math, a 1% Revolution, and the White Establishment: Chronicling the Election Night Dickishness of Karl Rove, Donald Trump and Bill O'Reilly

Lesley — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 16:00:00 -0500

Presenting a handy guide detailing three of the weirder moments in last night's election results coverage, in case you missed them.

Tammy Duckworth, All-Round Badass, Elected to Congress

s.e. smith — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 14:00:00 -0500

All of the barriers broken by women in politics last night are significant, but Duckworth’s is especially notable because of what she represents on so many fronts.

The Conservative Feminist: I Didn't Vote For Either Guy

Rionator — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 14:30:00 -0500

I am jaded -– jaded by the whole process, jaded by the media coverage, jaded by the unhelpful, popularist rhetoric.

xoJane Goes to the Polls -- Share Your Voting Stories Here!

s.e. smith — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 13:30:00 -0500

Okay, seriously, I cannot tell you how excited I am that it is ELECTION DAY!!!!!!!!

XOJane Asks: Why Are You Going to Vote Today? Here Are 50 Great Reasons -- and I Want Yours!

Mandy — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 11:30:00 -0500

Don't take my word for it.Take everyone else's. VOTE!

Am I Turning My Son Into a Republican?

Somer Sherwood — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 16:00:00 -0500

Study shows parenting style influences political leanings of children, which means everything I know about the 80s is a lie.

Joe Biden Calls Transgender Discrimination the "Civil Rights Issue of Our Time"

s.e. smith — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 18:00:00 -0400

Joe is doing the right thing, and he’s getting on the right side of history here. By coming out publicly in support of trans rights, he’s sending a clear message, just as he did when he supported same-sex marriage.

Five Political Videos I'm Obsessing Over

s.e. smith — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Seriously, how about the bumper crop of amazing political videos this year, though? I'm a big fan of a get out the vote effort that actually engages people, and getting a video to go viral is a fantastic way to get people thinking about actually going to the polls and filling out their ballots.

Obama Takes A Bold, Controversial Stance: "Rape is Rape. It is a Crime."

s.e. smith — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 14:00:00 -0400

Like, seriously? This is the depth to which political discourse has sunk? We now need to get all excited and actively praise a politician for saying that rape is a crime and it should be taken seriously?

Ann Coulter Uses the R-Word to Refer to the President, Color Me Surprised

s.e. smith — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 13:00:00 -0400

Disabled people are watching. We engage with society. We see and understand. When you insult us on Twitter, or national television, or anywhere else, we see it and we talk about it amongst each other.

Californians: Vote Yes on Prop 34, Because the Death Penalty Sucks

s.e. smith — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 18:00:00 -0400

Whether or not you share my views on the justice system, whether you believe in a rehabilitative or retributive model, if you live in California, I hope you consider voting yes with me.

Keep Crazies Away From Guns! Single Parents Are the Problem! And Other Gems From Last Night's Debate

s.e. smith — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 11:31:00 -0400

The United States has a very complex and tormented relationship with guns, and a debate format is just really not the best place to be exploring gun policy, gun violence and gun ownership. So I braced myself for a wild ride, and I got one.

Republicans are Prettier than Democrats, and Other Lies Your Subconscious Tells You

Kate Conway — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400

Apparently our subconsciouses have never seen Michelle Obama dance with Beyonce is all I'm saying.