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Why retiring from politics is more complicated for women
Women in politics, including Sen. Dianne Feinstein, face unique challenges when it comes to aging and family life.
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As we shape our climate coverage, we want to hear from you
Reporter Jessica Kutz wants to learn more about what stories you see at the intersection of gender and climate.
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How Vanessa Guillén’s murder two years ago changed the military justice system
“We don’t want to ever see something like what happened with my sister happen to any other victims,” Mayra Guillén told The 19th. A new bill aims to change how sexual harassment complaints are investigated in the military.
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‘We are facing the biggest threat to security in history’: Jane Fonda on why she started a climate PAC
In her first interview about the Jane Fonda Climate PAC, she discussed climate activism, her disappointment in President Biden and how she plans to influence the midterm elections.
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National Domestic Workers Alliance names new executive director
Jenn Stowe joins Ai-jen Poo in leadership as the group becomes the latest progressive organization turning to a Black woman to helm it.
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Pregnant people are at 'greater risk' in states hit hard by wildfire smoke, air pollution, new report shows
The American Lung Association’s annual State of the Air report shows wildfires and heat are making air quality worse for those living in the West.
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Florida advises against gender-affirming medical or social care for trans kids
The nonenforceable guidelines single out socially transitioning rather than just medically transitioning. That puts Florida’s efforts to restrict gender-affirming care beyond many other states’, experts say.
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Tipped restaurant workers reported more harassment during the pandemic, especially women of color
Women make up two-thirds of tipped restaurant workers. Restaurants also have the highest concentration of single mothers of any industry.
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‘Don’t Say Gay’ bills aren’t new. They’ve just been revived.
At least 20 states have introduced “Don’t Say Gay” laws this year. But in a handful of states, versions of the legislation have existed for decades.
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Kari Cobham to lead The 19th’s new Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Fellowship
Cobham brings two decades of journalism experience to our ground-breaking program for HBCU students and graduates.