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Politics + Activism

The Myth of Plausible Deniability for Anti-Black Violence & How Ferguson Birthed a Movement

What do you do when you’ve done everything “right” and you are still mistreated? You take it to the streets. You take your rage and pain and power you make people listen. You burn and you scream and you keep screaming until someone else shows up and offers you a hand.

Cleo November 27, 2014 25 Comments
Thanksgiving

THANKSGIVING OPEN THREAD: Who Wants a Holiday Hug?

After you eat your turkey and drink your eggnog, come on in and cuddle up.

Heather Hogan November 27, 2014 215 Comments
TV Show Recaps

Faking It Episode 210 Recap: I Was Happy Just To Share A Cardboard Castle With You

For the mid-season finale of “Faking It,” we go to jail with Julie Goldman, which is basically my dream date.

Riese November 26, 2014 36 Comments
Christmas

The 50 Best Photos of Lesbian Subtext in Sears Christmas Wish Book History

The nostalgia and the latent lesbian glances, they hurt so good.

Heather Hogan November 26, 2014 24 Comments
First Person Gender

How Leslie Feinberg Changed Our Lives: The Autostraddle Roundtable

“I could feel the power that came from being butch, the paradox of growing up a girl and then becoming the suited partner of a beautiful woman, the torture of being such a social outcast, and the deep craving hunger for being accepted.”

the team November 26, 2014 21 Comments
Christmas

Rebel Girls Holigay Gift Guide 2014: From Feminist Pillows to Misandrist Mugs

Hoping to find some really fashionable forms of misandry? YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE.

Carmen November 26, 2014 42 Comments
Astrology, Tarot & Witchcraft Thanksgiving

Fool’s Journey: A Thanksgiving Tarot Spread To Help You Survive Family Gatherings

Shocker: not everyone loves traditional family gatherings. You wanted a tarot spread which would help you navigate Thanksgiving, so here’s one to look at the energies around your dinner table and deal with whatever is getting you down.

Beth November 26, 2014 13 Comments
Politics + Activism

We Won Two Things: Same-Sex Marriage Bans in Arkansas and Mississippi are Ruled Unconstitutional

Both rulings have been stayed, but marriage equality in the South seems kind of inevitable now.

Heather Hogan November 25, 2014 4 Comments
Politics + Activism

How You Can Show Up For Ferguson

You can do more than helplessly watch the news. You can use your voice, your money and your time to help spread the message that Black Lives Matter.

Heather Hogan November 25, 2014 21 Comments
TV Feature

Getting Baked at Litchfield with the Orange Is the New Black Cookbook

I wanted to make Poussey’s Hooch, but I am visiting my grandparents in Georgia this week and making liquor in the basement didn’t seem like a really respectful thing to do.

Heather Hogan November 25, 2014 7 Comments
Recipes

Get Baked: Rosemary Apple Pie With Sourdough Crust

I promised you the recipe for a sweet-savory rosemary apple pie. Fall is here, and it’s baking season!

July Westhale November 25, 2014 3 Comments
Geekery

Drawn to Comics: Lumberjanes’ Epic Friendtastic First Run Finale is Here!

As we come upon the final issue of the first run of Lumberjanes, let’s reflect on just how freaking lucky we are to be alive in a world where this comic exists.

Mey November 25, 2014 3 Comments
Politics + Activism

BREAKING: No Grand Jury Indictment of Darren Wilson for Mike Brown’s Death; Protests in Ferguson & Nationwide

Tonight, the announcement came that the grand jury did not indict Darren Wilson for his shooting of Michael Brown.

Rachel November 24, 2014 53 Comments
Christmas

Holigay Gift Guide 2014: 51 STEM-Themed Toys For Future Lady Scientists

There’s no better time than the holidays to further the feminist agenda, I always say. With that in mind, here are some toys to encourage scientific inclinations in girls of all ages!

Laura Mandanas November 24, 2014 18 Comments
Straddleverse

NEW MERCH: Scissoring Sweatshirt, “Straddle This” Hotshorts, New Flasks and More!

Sweatshirts, hotshorts and boxer-briefs are ready for the taking. And by “taking” I mean “purchasing.” And by “purchasing” I mean supporting queer media-makers while looking good. PLUS YOU’LL GET A FREE ISSUE OF LUMBERJANES!

Alex November 24, 2014 51 Comments
Community

Bring Cheer to Queers: Host an Autostraddle Holigay Party This December!

The holiday season is about love and togetherness, so why don’t we spend it together?

Carmen November 24, 2014 76 Comments
Comedy

Should I Put Eggnog In My Coffee?

This morning I thought about putting eggnog in my coffee but I wasn’t sure it was a good idea, so I asked Yvonne. Y’all, Yvonne’s never had eggnog, bless her pure heart. I need your help.

Laneia November 24, 2014 95 Comments
Community

BETTER TOGETHER: You’ll Wanna Buy This ‘Zine Autostraddle and Everyone is Gay Made For You

The first issue of this new ‘zine collaboration is about Coming Out To Yourself and it’s SO COOL and you WANT ONE. Or more than one.

Riese November 24, 2014 23 Comments
Beauty Shopping

This Shit Rules: Moisture For Your Ashy Bits

My knees look like I’ve been crawling around in the fireplace. My lips are so dry you could peel off a layer and roll a joint in it. I’m itchy as hell y’all, but thankfully, I have an arsenal of products to keep me whet as a whistle.

Hannah Hodson November 24, 2014 11 Comments
Food Lists Thanksgiving

47 Thanksgiving Recipes Your Holiday Guests Will Thank You For

Scrumptious fall recipes to ensure your first Thanskgiving will go off without a hitch.

Kaitlyn November 24, 2014 12 Comments
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