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Tucker Carlson, Don Lemon and Jeff Shell lost their TV news jobs. Misogyny has a lot to do with it, experts say.
Experts who study gender, race and media say the three firings speak to the reality of sexism in the news industry and how these attitudes can shape journalism.
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Women are almost half of lieutenant governors. Could it pave the way to higher office?
New research shows the opportunities and challenges for women who are second in command.
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The voices of NPR: How four women of color see their roles as hosts
Leila Fadel, Michel Martin, Ayesha Rascoe and Juana Summers have taken over host chairs at NPR’s flagship news programs. They’re thinking holistically on how to lead when it comes to representative news.
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Nikki Haley calls for a ‘consensus’ on abortion restrictions. It’s not clear what she supports.
The GOP presidential hopeful, addressing a prominent anti-abortion group that says it would not back any candidate who doesn’t support at least a 15-week ban, said the issue should be addressed with ‘sensitivity and respect, not judgment and hate.’
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Lawmakers are being silenced for speaking out against anti-trans bills
State Rep. Zooey Zephyr's silencing is the latest example of a steadily growing trend: lawmakers under fire for backing LGBTQ+ rights.
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IVF would be covered for federal employees under proposed bipartisan bill
The legislation would require the largest employer-sponsored health insurance program in the world to cover assisted reproductive treatments and services.
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Biden’s reelection could hinge on how much women voters trust him on the economy
Biden, as he launches his reelection bid, must convince voters to credit him for the rebound in women’s employment — and that he can achieve long-lasting progress on wage equality, leave and child care.
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The 19th Explains: How to ease the ‘loneliness epidemic’ and social isolation among older adults
Experts stress the importance of maintaining meaningful connections and utilizing resources to combat isolation and the health impacts that come with it.
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Texas agriculture commissioner issues anti-transgender dress code for employees
The policy comes as LGBTQ+ advocates are fighting a wave of hostile legislation in Texas, including proposals to restrict gender-affirming care for transgender children.
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Kawaski Trawick was killed by an NYPD officer. Four years later, his mother hopes a hearing holds someone accountable.
Ellen Trawick is seeking answers and closure over her son’s death and wants better approaches for people who face mental health challenges.