Tag: societal issues
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America in 2017: An 8-Year-Old Hanged for His Skin Color – This Could Have Been My Son
Get Pregnant Fast This week, an 8-year-old biracial boy in Claremont, New Hampshire, was subjected to a horrific act: he was hanged by a group of white teenagers. In America. In 2017. Fortunately, he survived. Thank goodness. As a mother of a biracial son, this incident has shaken me to my very core. That innocent…
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SNL Sketch Highlights the Harsh Realities of Womanhood
Get Pregnant Fast The recent sketch from Saturday Night Live has struck a chord, offering a raw and poignant look at the complexities of being a woman in today’s society. This parody song, dubbed “Welcome To Hell,” serves as a powerful anthem reflecting the ongoing struggle against sexual harassment that women have faced for generations.…
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Can We Please Stop Blaming Parents for Everything?
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, it seems like we can hardly go an hour without coming across yet another viral social media post or article pointing fingers at parents for all that’s wrong in society. We’re often scrutinized for allowing our kids to use tablets at restaurants or for being overly involved in their…
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Accused Sexual Assaulter Declares April as ‘Sexual Assault Awareness Month’
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent announcement, a controversial figure, President James Morgan, has proclaimed April as “National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.” This declaration, marked by numerous spelling errors, has sparked significant discussion across social media platforms. “I, JAMES MORGAN, President of the United States, by the authority vested in me by the…
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Surge in Anti-Semitic Incidents Marks the Highest Increase in Decades
Get Pregnant Fast As an American Jew, I’ve faced discrimination throughout my life, though fortunately, I’ve encountered only a few instances of anti-Semitic slurs. Each experience stays with me, etched in my memory, especially as the granddaughter of Holocaust survivors. It’s a stark reminder that being Jewish often positions me as a target for hate…
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$1,700 Diaper Bags and $1,500 Tin Cans: A Pricey Paradox
Get Pregnant Fast There are countless aspects of human behavior that leave me scratching my head, and I’ve come to accept that. Everyone has the right to make their own choices, and most of the time, I adopt a “to each their own” attitude toward the decisions of others. However, let’s take a moment to…
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Understanding the Disturbing Connections of the Alt-Right Movement and Recent Violence
Get Pregnant Fast A recent Twitter thread has shed light on the unsettling ties between the alt-right movement and violent incidents, particularly highlighting the Toronto attack. Just moments before Alek Minassian drove his van into a crowd, he reportedly posted on Facebook to honor Elliot Rodger, a man infamous for a deadly rampage at the…
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Enough with the Nonsense: Why We’re All Fed Up
Get Pregnant Fast Lately, I’ve been feeling a bit overwhelmed, and if I had to guess, many of you might be feeling the same way. In fact, some days, it feels like we’re all just about ready to explode. Personally, I’ve been dealing with an unrelenting eye twitch for what feels like ages. And let’s…
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Understanding the Experience of Women in Today’s Society
Emily Carter: A Woman’s Viewpoint Get Pregnant Fast “Look at this beautiful girl. I can’t wait to see what she’s like when she grows up.” She was just 10. “Do you think she’ll still be this adorable when she’s of age?” She was only 8. The boy behind her unhooked her training bra while in…
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Dad Highlights a Crucial Issue: The Absence of Changing Tables in Men’s Restrooms
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, the responsibility of changing diapers should not be dictated by gender. It’s imperative that changing tables are included in every men’s restroom, without exception. This is especially true in 2023, a time when fathers are increasingly taking on active roles in parenting. Yet, it remains a glaring oversight that…