Oct 12, 2016 | Asperger's Syndrome, Gender and Sexism, mic
Published: Quartz (October 12, 2016) In August, the National Autistic Society called on medical professionals to change the way they diagnose women and girls with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Ever since the term autism was first coined by Hans Asperger in 1944, it has remained predominantly, if anecdotally, associated with men and boys. As a result, women with the condition may be being...
Oct 11, 2016 | Arts and Entertainment, Gender and Sexism, mic
Published: The Good Men Project (October 11, 2016) While Cady McClain and I first met as potential (and then actual) collaborators, I’m happy to say that I now consider her to be a good friend. With that disclaimer out of the way, I have to also say that I was genuinely thrilled to hear about the new documentary she has coming out, “Seeing Is Believer: Women Direct.” My interview with her makes...
Oct 11, 2016 | Elections, Elections - Presidential (2016), mic
Published: Salon (October 11, 2016) Donald Trump, fresh off his declaration of war against House Speaker Paul Ryan and the inner workings of the Republican Party, went on to declare his independence using some bold words. He may have wanted to use some other words instead. Follow Donald J. Trump ?@realDonaldTrump It is so nice that the shackles have been taken off me and I can now fight for...
Oct 5, 2016 | Elections, Elections - Presidential (2016), Internet Culture, mic
Published: Salon (October 5, 2016) Toward the end of the otherwise boring debate between Republican Gov. Mike Pence of Indiana and Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia, as Kaine was speaking about things that Donald Trump has said during his candidacy, Pence interrupted him, saying out loud, “Senator, you whipped out that Mexican thing again.” Follow rachel elliott @okie_elliott "Honey, where'd...
Oct 4, 2016 | Arts and Entertainment, Elections, Elections - Presidential (2016), mic, Race and Racism
Published: The Good Men Project (October 4, 2016) A brief thought on the kind of person – well, let’s be honest here, the millions of people – who may wind up electing Donald Trump as the next American president. Unflattering things have already been said about them, and deservedly so, because their behavior is frankly deplorable. But let’s start this article on a happier note. Last week I had...
Oct 4, 2016 | History, mic, Vice President Biden
Published: Fusion (October 4, 2016) As Senator Tim Kaine, a Democrat from Virginia, and Republican Indiana Governor Mike Pence prepare to square off in this year’s sole vice presidential debate, it’s worth taking a moment to analyze the history of the office they seek to occupy next year. The story of the vice presidency, like that of the presidency, is perhaps best told through the experiences...
Sep 27, 2016 | Elections, Elections - Presidential (2016), Internet Culture, mic
Published: Salon (September 27, 2016) Monday night’s presidential debate between Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump was almost certainly a smashing success in terms of TV ratings. If the social-media response is any indication, both candidates had more than their fair share of memorable moments. Let’s go to the Twitter roundup! Before...
Sep 26, 2016 | Arts and Entertainment, Elections, Elections - Presidential (2016), History, mic
Published: Fusion (September 26, 2016) As millions of Americans prepare to watch one of the most anticipated presidential debates ever, between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump, it’s worthwhile to evaluate previous debates for a sense of what we should look for this year. What have been the best moments? What were the worst? When did our presidents and presidential candidates remind us of the...
Sep 22, 2016 | Conservativism, Elections, Elections - Presidential (2016), Extremism, Gay Rights and Other LGBTQIA Issues, Gender and Sexism, mic, Political Ideologies, Political Parties, Race and Racism, Republicans
Published: Salon (September 22, 2016) Why isn’t Mike Pence a major issue in this campaign? In any other election, Pence would be to a Republican presidential nominee what Sarah Palin was to John McCain back in 2008 — that is, an extreme right-winger whose presence on the ticket is widely regarded as a liability. Of course, this is the year in which the GOP tapped Donald Trump to be its...
Sep 16, 2016 | Democrats, Elections, Elections - Presidential (2016), History, mic, Political Parties, Republicans
Published: Salon (September 16, 2016) After Hillary Clinton nearly collapsed at a 9/11 ceremony earlier this week, allegedly due to pneumonia and overheating, the American public is naturally concerned. On the one hand, people wonder whether Clinton is healthy enough to assume the presidency. On the other, they face the fact that ruling Clinton out for health reasons may lead to the election of...