Sexual Assault

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Dana McCallum And How The Feminist Community Can Fail Rape Victims

Where are all the feminists in the wake of the Dana McCallum sexual assault case?

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Why Do We Assume A Hot Cheerleader Can't Be A Sexual Abuser?

Former Baltimore Ravens cheerleader Molly Shattuck has been charged with the rape of a 15-year-old boy. And we aren't taking it seriously.

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Emily Lindin: Founder, UnSlut Project

crusader against slut-shaming and sexual bullying.

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Gone Girl's Rape Problem

Although penned by a woman, the blockbuster book and film includes—and perpetuates—disturbing claims of fake rape.

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Why Good2Go, A New Consensual Sex App, Isn't Good To Go

Anytime anyone is explicitly discussing the notion of consent, an angel gets its wings. But in this particular instance, I am feeling conflicted.

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The Simpsons Rape Joke Isn't Funny . . . But Some Rape Jokes Are

The humor of rape jokes is hotly contested. But sometimes we need some gallows humor—even about rape—to be able to live in this world.

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Dear Bill Frezza, Women Who Drink Aren't Dangerous Whores

A recent Forbes article attacking inebriated college women was insulting—but certainly not surprising.

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Confession: I Was Raped At 15

When I bought gym clothes at age 12, I had no idea that I would be raped in their presence three and a half years later.

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