Why Women Like Tavleen Singh Choose Not to be a Part of #MeToo
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Why Women Like Tavleen Singh Choose Not to be a Part of #MeToo

Journalist Tavleen Singh has reduced #MeToo to a bunch of well-heeled urban women complaining over a bit of workplace harassment. But it is actually Singh and her ilk’s privilege that has helped them rise above the rampant sexism, which held back so many of their peers. That continues to be an obstacle for younger women.
Why Do So Many Women Treat Period Leave as a Sign of Weakness?
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Why Do So Many Women Treat Period Leave as a Sign of Weakness?

The period leave debate was bound to cause a stir, but we didn’t know that the opposition would come from many women. The antipathy shows us that we can only celebrate “exceptional” women, who succeed in a world & workplace tailored for men, but stop short of levelling the field for ordinary women.
Liberals, You’re Doing It Wrong
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Liberals, You’re Doing It Wrong

Even a few years ago, family members with opposing political views didn’t find it hard to get along. Don’t park the blame with right-wingers – liberals are just as responsible.