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It begins with a quiet family meal, as a mother places plates of food in front of her two young daughters. But there’s an empty chair at the head of the table. Another empty chair sits under a tree, as a combine harvests grain in the background. And another empty chair on a stage. Another at a school teacher’s desk. Next to a water cooler. In a gym. Then the empty chairs are in the streets. … [Read more...] about This new Biden ad takes aim at Trump’s biggest failure

Frankly, I also dwell on the judgments that come from within feminist circles. I’ve come across many power feminists who believe women can only find liberation in the hallways of corporations or hierarchy-obsessed institutions. According to this narrow, predominantly white, Girl Boss version of feminism, relentless hustling and meaty paychecks are the premiere paths to equality. Those who cannot or will not replicate these individualistic models of success are judged for not having what it takes to get to “the top.” These so-called feminists wouldn’t dare question our financial dependency on corporate America, but are more than ready to repudiate it when it shows up in romantic partnerships.  … [Read more...] about I am tired of feeling shame for financially relying on my partner