Why sex work is not empowering. — I have contemplated for a long time whether or not I should write an article criticizing the sex industry. Criticisms of sex work often get shut down by mainstream feminists, mainly because the loudest voices criticizing sex work are usually religious conservatives. Religious conservatives criticize sex work not because they…

How misogyny created, defined, and destroyed the iconic star. — “Despite her carefully cultivated soft, breathy voice, Marilyn was full of anger.” — Barbara Leaming In the 1930s, a 9-year-old orphan named Norma Jeane was sexually abused by a male caretaker. When she sought justice, she was scolded and called a liar. Little Norma Jeane was shamed into silence. She…

Why women are still not sexually liberated in 2022. — “Sexual-liberation ideology … did not criticize, analyze, or repudiate forced sex, nor did it demand an end to the sexual and social subordination of women to men: neither reality was recognized. Instead, it posited that freedom for women existed in being fucked more often by more men. “ — Andrea…

Dispelling myths about women — I didn’t pay much attention to the Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard trial. As I have written before, I do not care about celebrities. However, based on the limited information I have about Depp and Heard, they both seem like truly vile people. Since the end of the trial, some…

What is feminism about, anyway? — There has been a recent trend among mainstream feminists to claim that feminism “is for everybody” and that includes men. I disagree that feminists should be focusing on men’s issues. I understand that men have higher suicide rates, higher addiction rates, die earlier, and work dangerous jobs. Men are also…

My experiences living in a small Texas town. — My early childhood experiences occurred in Dallas, Texas in the late 1990s and early 2000s. During the economic recession of 2008, my dad lost his job. My family already financially struggled, but during the recession, it was impossible for my parents to keep up with the high cost of living…

Your white feminism is showing. — For the past decade or so, “male tears” mugs have been popular items within feminist circles. I often see these mugs marketed toward millennial feminist women like myself. Although I am the perfect demographic for this type of item, I refuse to buy one. I find these mugs to be…

Thoughts on Freedom of Speech and Christian Privilege. — A few weeks ago, I wrote about an experience I had at Barnes and Noble with a group of Christians in 2013. To make a long story short, I was browsing the philosophy section at Barnes and Noble when a group of 10+ Christians approached me. They told me that…

Not all choices are empowering — I recently had a discussion with a Christian feminist. I found her perspectives intriguing because as a non-religious feminist, I am confused by any woman who clings to patriarchal religion. The Christian feminist claimed that her choice to be a Christian is empowering and that any choice a woman makes…