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Andrew Cuomo’s response to the harassment report is nothing new for men in power
Eleven women have come forward, and details from the report ramped up political pressure for the State Assembly to take action against the governor.
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It’s Black Women’s Equal Pay Day. Here’s why a pay gap persists.
It took until August 3 for the average Black woman to earn as much money as the average White man did last year.
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The push for paid family leave had stalled in America. Then men bought in.
A wave of dads pushing for paid family leave policies has taken the issue from a non-starter to one that could potentially become national policy.
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For Black parents, barriers to postpartum mental health care begin before the first call for help
Black people who need help during or after pregnancy face hurdles with cultural differences that affect diagnosis, a fear of overpolicing, and medical professionals who may not have the resources -- or interest.
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The eviction moratorium is lifting. For many, the threat of losing housing never went away
Women and LGBTQ+ people are among the most susceptible to eviction and housing insecurity. We follow one woman's journey as her debt climbed in eviction court during the moratorium.
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Building through affirmation: How one class helps Black boys define masculinity
Young Black men are especially constrained by society’s narrow definitions of masculinity. That’s why having a safe place to be their authentic selves is crucial.
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Shontel Brown or Nina Turner? Ohio Democrats will either send a consensus builder or a new ‘Squad’ member to the House
Turner co-chaired Bernie Sanders’ presidential campaign. Brown is the political heir to a past chair of the Congressional Black Caucus. Their primary previews Democratic midterm tensions.
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Sunisa Lee wins Olympic gold, a first for Hmong Americans
With Lee’s win, an American has won the last five Olympic titles in the women's all-around gymnastics competition.
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What is the future of prostitution and sex work? Two states preview diverging paths
Many advocates agree on the need to decriminalize people who are paid for sex. But there are conflicting ideas about what should come next.
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Biden’s empathy could reshape U.S. attitudes about gender and the White House
Six months into his presidency, Biden displays emotion in a sharp contrast to Trump. His critics say actions speak louder than feelings.
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