Every few years I give in to the compulsion to check out what’s new in pinkwashing. Promoted by purveyors of breast cancer (awareness), Pinktober trends […]
Eulogy for Tina Marie*
Dearest Tina Marie, It seems fitting, somehow, that you passed away during what’s come to be called Pride Month. I picture you flouncing into the […]
Women and Incarceration Project
As some readers of this blog may know, I am a member of the Women and Incarceration Project. Located in the Center for Women’s Health […]
Insult to Injury: Disabled Rights in the Covid Era
July is Disability Pride Month For months now, we’ve become accustomed to hearing about old folks, African Americans, immigrant workers in meat packing plants, prisoners […]
“Heroic Resilience” in the Era of COVID-19
As families, communities and nations navigate the physical, emotional, social and financial challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, I want to share my thoughts as a […]