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RIGHTS VS. RIGHT-WING
Donald Trump’s incoherence on the issue of abortion isn’t the result of him hiding his true beliefs, writes Jill Filipovic. It’s that he doesn’t have any true beliefs.
Jill Filipovic is a journalist, lawyer, and author who covers gender and politics. She is the author of two books, OK Boomer, Let's Talk: How My Generation Got Left Behind and The H-Spot: The Feminist Pursuit of Happiness.
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HERE’S WHY
Donald Trump said that the interview was “boring.” But that’s not a bad thing.
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WHO RUNS THE WORLD?
Joyful and determined women are front and center at the 2024 Democratic National Convention, writes Jill Filipovic. And they came to win.
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A MAN’S WORLD
The focus on men and symbols of working-class white masculinity in the 2024 presidential campaigns is reflective of a broader anti-feminist backlash, argues Jill Filipovic.
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THIS WOMAN'S WORK
There's a longstanding tradition—and expectation—for political wives to soften their spouse in the public eye. But some character stains are rough to remove, writes Jill Filipovic
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VEEPSTAKES
Kamala Harris’ identity is presumed to not play well among the white swing state voters whose support Democrats need. But how much should that impact her choice of a running mate?
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CHECKMATE
Jill Filipovic, CNN columnist and author of OK Boomer Let’s Talk, on how Kamala wins.
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AMERICAN IDOLATRY
A strongman now more than ever, the former president is gladly shouldering (and subverting) the weight of gender norms and Evangelical expectations.
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VOTING MUSCLE
If Democrats want to win in November, whether Joe Biden is replaced or not, they must figure out how to assuage men’s fears—without alienating female voters.
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OUT OF VOGUE
The first lady said “we know what’s at stake” in this election. If that is true then she has to convince the president to end his run for a second term.