Conflicting views on gentrification signal its importance as a topic of constant discussion and analysis. The arguments on either side illustrate that gentrification has a strong effect on certain communities but whether or not it brings with it positive change or destruction is still being debated.
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Angry white men are not a new concept and have far preceded our current contemporary society.
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As a result of our reliance on a capitalist system that often survives on the exploitation of society’s most vulnerable, there exist very few mechanisms at the present to protect survivors of abuse if it means that the image of corporations might be damaged in the process.
Read MoreDiet Culture
The media creates a one-dimensional view of beauty and self-acceptance that is often damaging to those who don’t fall into very specific categories set forth by society.
Read MoreBreastfeeding: The Ongoing Controversy
Whatever a parent chooses, whether to breastfeed or bottle feed, they have a right to do so safely.
Read MoreA Look at the Ribbon in Pink
As October draws to an end, it’s important that we step back and examine how social media campaigns and slogans geared towards breast cancer have crafted a movement that simultaneously raises awareness and often misrepresents the struggles of affected individuals.
Read MorePornography: Ethically Sustainable?
At the end of the day, most pornography exists as a business utilized for profit.
Read MoreHow to (Not) Talk about Menstruation
The crimson curse. That time of the month. On the rag. The period. Aunt Flo and Uncle Red. There are a lot of euphemisms out there used to talk-- or, one could argue, to not talk-- about menstruation.
Read MoreNot Just for Girls Anymore: Ending Gendered Marketing of Toys
The gender-schema that occurs in society requires that individuals rely on roles based on gender, which then become reinforced in the socialization of children.
Read MoreHalf-hearted Heroines in Modern Media
With the emergence of franchises like “The Hunger Games” and “Divergent” came a new wave of young female heroines that captured moviegoers’ attention. However, The “Strong Female” character is another problematic attempt at representation of women.
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