To my brothers in arms,

I want you to know that this is not about you,
and this is not about penis envy or man-hating
or cock-blocking or sex-denying.

I want you to know that this IS about taking over,
It IS about tearing down oppressive institutions and up-ending the status quo,
But this is NOT about trading in one hegemonic system of inequality for ( Read more... )

So, in the post and following comments on feministing about the song “Love the Way You Lie” by Eminem featuring Rihanna, the discussion basically centers on whether or not the song is “powerful” for putting a spotlight on domestic violence, or “part of the problem” because it could contribute to normalizing that same violence, as well as setting up ( Read more... )

I’ve been wanting to post this for a while now, I just haven’t had my usual manic energy to propel me to write tons of ranting text explosion.

Sometimes, the discussions that surround the issue of rape (and rape accusations) really leave me uneasy. Is it possible for us to have a nuanced conversation about rape that doesn’t center on the evil- ( Read more... )

...Alright, alright, I give. Fine! Maybe I am a little...

Disclaimer: I don't think I should have to add this, but just in case: The following is an account of consenting adults, if you have a problem with violent acts OR sex, please do not read.
( You have been warned... )