Gender
The Philadelphia Tribune
Local nonprofit works to end period poverty
When Lynette Medley encountered women who were using newspapers and socks because they couldn’t afford menstrual supplies, she took action.
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Fabiana Pierre-Louis confirmed as first Black female justice on the N.J. Supreme Court
Her nomination to the state’s highest court was confirmed by a unanimous vote in the state Senate.
6 years ago
Yes, women could vote after the 19th Amendment — but not all women. Or men
The 19th amendment secured all women the right to vote, but in practice, many women of color were excluded. This continues to resonate today due to voter suppression.
6 years ago
At the Constitution Center, who made the 19th Amendment, and who was left out
The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia opens its exhibition on women and voting on the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment.
6 years ago
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N.J. committee unanimously approves Pierre-Louis for state Supreme Court
If her nomination is confirmed by the state Senate, Fabiana Pierre-Louis would be the first Black woman to serve on the highest court in New Jersey.
6 years ago
Billy Penn
She’s opening a gym in Kensington so women can ‘confidently reach their fitness goals’
With graffiti walls by fashion designer Iris Bonner, Women’s World Gym launches Sept. 1.
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Women’s suffrage anniversary commemorations highlight racial divide
The 19th Amendment was ratified on Aug. 18, 1920, but many women of color were prevented from casting ballots for decades.
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A new report says sexual misconduct is ‘everywhere’ and ‘everything’ in N.J. politics
The N.J. Coalition Against Sexual Assault report follows legislative hearings documenting high-profile cases of harassment and assault in New Jersey politics.
6 years ago
Democrats celebrate Kamala Harris as historic VP pick
Sen. Kamala Harris is the first Black woman, and the first woman of Asian descent, to be on a major party ticket.
6 years ago
In 2020, a female running mate won’t be a ‘Hail Mary’
There are many contrasts between Biden's impending pick and past elections when women were VP candidates. One that's easy to overlook: Biden is ahead in the polls.
6 years ago
N.J. federal judge Esther Salas speaks out after son shot dead at family home
After her husband and son were shot by a lawyer who espoused misogynistic beliefs, Esther Salas is calling for more protections for federal judges.
6 years ago
Women reflect on sexist slur that often goes unpunished
AOC's speech resonated with many women — in politics and out, supportive of her politics or not — who said the language had been tacitly accepted for far too long.
6 years ago
Pennsylvania introduces gender-neutral driver license option
PennDOT said 16 other states offer a non-binary option on state-issued licenses or cards.
6 years ago
Supreme Court contraception ruling would disproportionately affect low-wage workers
Pregnancy prevention is just one reason birth control is used. The ACA included the mandate after a women’s health panel deemed providing it essential.
6 years ago
NPR
Supreme Court undercuts access to birth control under Obamacare
They made it more difficult for women to get access to birth control as part of their health plans if their employer has a religious or moral objection to contraceptives.
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