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What Was Happening Before ‘Just Be Nice Feminism’? Part IV: The Gutter Dykes, 1973

August 10, 2020 Dr Em 0

In Part 4 of Dr Em’s series, we explore the objections of the lesbian group Gutter Dykes to the inclusion of transsexuals within the lesbian movement.

From SHAFT to WPATH: Stephen Whittle’s Influence on Trans Politics

August 5, 2020 Rachel Bosenterfer 2

Charting the long history of an elusive trans-identifying-female, Stephen Whittle’s efforts to whittle away women’s rights, from 1975 to 2019.

The Ethical Implications of Monogamy and Polyamory

August 3, 2020 Gabriele Andrade 0

Exploring the ethical implications of monogamy and polyamory – how should humans and society as a whole handle relationships?

What Was Happening Before ‘Just Be Nice Feminism’? Part III: West Coast Lesbian Conference, 1973

July 31, 2020 Dr Em 0

Dr Em charts the history of the development of ‘just be nice’ feminism and the inclusion of trans-identified males in the women’s movement. Part 3.

The Incredible Racism of Some Responses to Black Lives Matter

July 30, 2020 B Louis 0

Some of the responses to Black Lives Matter are worth analysing, not for the sake of their arguments but for what they reveal about those who make them.

What’s the Matter with Girls Today?: Abigail Shrier’s ‘Irreversible Damage’

July 28, 2020 Donovan Cleckley 5

Benjamin A. Boyce interviews Abigail Shrier, who discusses her recent book, Irreversible Damage: The Transgender Craze Seducing Our Daughters.

Sex, Lies and Mutilation – The ‘Transgender’ Phenomenon

July 24, 2020 Dr. Kamala Iyer 6

The diagnostic criterion of major hospitals reveals that the apparent ‘scientific’ consensus on ‘transgender people’ is based on regressive assumptions.

The Impact of Socioeconomic Conditions on US Police Violence Cannot Be Ignored

July 23, 2020 Daniel Ouka 0

Deprivation, violent crime, gun culture and hypermasculinity could do more to explain the violence of US police officers than racism, the evidence suggests.

Absent Affirmation, Peer Pressure, Parents Describe Detransition During Lockdown

July 22, 2020 Andreia Nobre 3

In a series of threads on British forum Mumsnet, parents of trans kids/teens are reporting increasing numbers of detransitioners during the lockdown.

What Was Happening Before ‘Just Be Nice Feminism’? Part II: Beth Elliot, 1972

July 21, 2020 Dr Em 1

Dr Em charts the history of the development of ‘just be nice’ feminism and the inclusion of trans-identified males in the women’s movement. Part 2.

What Does Jordan Peterson’s Enforced Monogamy Actually Look Like? | Beatrice Louis

June 19, 2018 13

Monogamy enforced by social norms is an easily observable phenomenon in many parts of the world–and its consequences are deadly.
For a New Left | Dan Fisher

September 11, 2017 4

The first article in the “For a New Left” series looks at how and why we should begin to rebuild and re-establish left wing values.
The Spread of Anti-Christian Hatred in Egypt | Tara Abhasakun

July 21, 2017 1

The spread of anti-christian hatred in Egypt goes beyond ISIS to include non-violent groups such as the Muslim Brotherhood, and even former ruler Mobarak.
Cults and Terrorism: Can We Establish Parallels Between Noxious Belief Systems? | Sarah Mills

July 5, 2017 3

Can insights and lessons about human behavioural trends and group psychologies from cults help us understand and thereby reduce risks of terrorism today?
The Need for an Expanded Theory of Mind in an Era of Increasing Polarisation | Angelos Sofocleous

July 3, 2017 0

Can the Theory of Mind help us foster more empathy and drive us out of our bubbles? How can we achieve a world governed by facts in an era of polarisation?