women in politics
Talking female politicians, feminist activists, and all the the ways women around the world are changing the landscape of the Swamp, be it for better or worse.
The Re- Rebirth of the Conservative Party
Since the early 21st Century the Conservative party — widely regarded as the most successful political party in history — has shown immense capacity for reinvention. First under Cameron, shedding the ‘nasty party’ label, and projecting an image of supposedly compassionate Conservatism — fiscal discipline combined with socially liberal policies to match the public mood. Then again with Theresa May, coming to power with promises to help the left behind, often co-opting Labour policies (energy price cap anyone?) and combining this with a more nationalist worldview — Brexit means Brexit, in case you’d forgotten.
By Ethan Malone4 years ago in The Swamp
I'm Too Old to Have an Abortion
I've feared for America since 2016 There were intimations of unease even long before that; waves of disquiet and dread during the second Bush administration as it used the national tragedy of 9/11 as an excuse to plunge us into a baseless war for oil in Iraq. Indeed, ripples of my civic angst ripple back through time to my sense of foreboding on the day Ronald Reagan was elected.
By Jan M Flynn4 years ago in The Swamp
Tubal Ligation and Giving the Game Away
Tubal ligation is an elective surgery to permanently serialize a woman. It is low risk, can be done on an outpatient basis and can be done immediately after childbirth. Its availability recently became a topic on twitter.
By Buck Hardcastle4 years ago in The Swamp
Swing Your Partner, Socially So
The subject interests me ( guardian/conservatorship ) but I cannot say B. Spears' does, at least not a lot, due to unfamiliarity with her and her career. Yet, like so many I suppose I would like to think a person ought to make their own choices. Currently Mr. J. S. has simply been replaced, according to Fox Radio; by someone approved of by Brit's legal team...or somethin'.
By P. B. Friedman5 years ago in The Swamp
United Nations fourth conference on women
The delegates agreed that highlighting the status of women will be critical in addressing issues such as demographic change, environmental degradation, and sustainable economic development. The Beijing Conference has produced a Platform for Action that focuses on promoting women's equality, sustainable development, and peace. Delegates have prepared a Platform for Action aimed at equal opportunities for women around the world.
By Radha Karki5 years ago in The Swamp
Red Light, Green Light
She sat backstage in a darkened corner absently clutching and rubbing the doll in her hand. All around her people were moving with purpose to make sure everything was set and ready. This was to be televised and there were lighting issues and wardrobe and makeup to consider. Mary had no interest in any of this. She was thinking about what she would say. How she would counter. If she could remain composed. She had asked for this and the Congressman to his credit had obliged her. He likely saw it as the perfect public relations opportunity. To stand before the crowd and acknowledge their pain, feign empathy with their suffering and get his face on television. He didn’t expect to sway anyone to his way of thinking and he wasn’t concerned with losing any of his constituents. All that mattered in a political career was staying relevant. Whether they love you or hate you once they forget you it’s over.
By Kincaid Jenkins5 years ago in The Swamp
