Ursula K. Le Guin Is Still the Radical Feminist We Need Today
adrienne maree brown shares unabashed love for the visionary writer, here and in the new documentary “Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin.”
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After Incarceration: The Truth About a Loved One’s Return from Prison
Author Ebony Roberts gives voice to the unspoken struggle many women face when a loved one comes home.
White Supremacy Has Always Been Terrorism
And Donald Trump is fanning the flames by encouraging the violent ideology.
How Cultural Differences Shape Your Gratitude
Americans say “thanks” a lot, but other cultures may have a deeper understanding of gratitude.
The U.S. Owes Migrants More Than “Decriminalization”
Our policies have created the disasters from which they are fleeing.
Impeachment: The Word That Dare Not Speak Its Name
We may be in the beginning stages of the process that could remove the president. But it may be moot, since the most important battle is over control of the statehouses.
Seeing Color in Green Spaces: How to Increase Diversity in Conservation
Black Americans are underrepresented in conservation and outdoor retail careers. To change that, White employers need to apply their liberal values to the workplace.
Will Banning Single-Family Zoning Make for More Affordable Homes?
Minneapolis effectively eliminated single-family zoning in order to undo decades of segregation and create more affordable housing options. Other states are watching closely.
To Survive Climate Catastrophe, Look to Queer and Disabled Folks
Biodiversity—in nature, and in our culture and resistance organizing—may be our best defense to the threats of climate change.
How Chicago Is Facing Its Violent History
A century after the deadly riot, the Chicago Race Riots of 1919 Commemoration Project looks to build bridges in a city still grappling with its segregated past—and present.
Indigenous People Demand an End to Detention on Stolen Lands
“As the original caretakers of these lands and territories, we have inherent authority over migration and demand an end to these barbaric acts.”
The Declaration of Independence Told Us What to Do About Tyrants Like Trump
Are we courageous enough to take action?
How This Black Entrepreneur Went From Homelessness to Housing Others
With help from a business incubator, Tyrone Poole created a platform to help people on low incomes find housing.
How Permaculture Is Helping Wildfire Survivors Recover
Survivors of California’s Camp Fire are working together to heal the land and each other after the deadly wildfire.
Dental Care Where There Is No Dentist
In a remote Alaskan village, this low-cost program gives patients something to smile about.
It’s Not a Woman’s Job to Protect a Man’s Virtue
The Mississippi gubernatorial candidate who wouldn’t allow a female reporter to cover his campaign without a male chaperone is recycling centuries of misogynistic mythology.
Hot Flashes and Killer Whales: The Evolutionary Advantage of Menopause
The patriarchy thinks menopause is a problem. A new book is making waves with the argument that "the change" has value for our species and the women who go through it.
For Healthy Communities, Look Beyond Diet and Exercise
Improving health for everyone starts with addressing systemic inequities.
The Surprising Link Between Dogs and Neighborhood Segregation
Dogs can be a point of connection between neighbors, but this researcher discovered pets can also reinforce racial barriers.
How a Black Farming Community Found Justice
Black families in the South are doing important work to continue the legacy of Black farming communities.
How Southern Communities Tackle Summertime Food Scarcity
Without free and reduced school lunch programs during the summer, many children go hungry. Local organizations and churches are stepping up to help to narrow the food gap.
Working for Peace in a Violent World
When the need for large-scale solutions is so dire, it can be challenging to focus on individual actions.
How to Make Public Space for People Living Out of RVs
For many people, living in their vehicles is the best they can do. Here’s how cities can help.
Dear Fellow Men, It’s Time We Break Our Silence
Speaking out when we see misogyny in action isn’t an affront to other men. It’s an invitation to do better.
Why Difficult Conversations Can Actually Be a Good Thing
Research suggests that structured engagement with someone who holds divergent views can be transformative, even without a concrete resolution.
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