Why it’s worth debating basic human rights
Something has always struck me as deeply unsettling when advocating for human rights. The fact that some individuals see this as an opportunity for debate is deeply disturbing to reflect on. Some people genuinely think speculating on whether or not marginalized groups should have specific…
How to defeat the strongest pro-life argument
TRIGGER WARNING Abortion This is a portion of an in-depth article. There are strong arguments presented by anti-choice feminists who do not lean on religion or emotional logic. Rather they leverage socioeconomics and cultural norms to propose that abortion is not part of women’s empowerment….
About The Feminist Project
This blog is about exploring human rights issues through the lenses of oppression and privilege. Yes it will get uncomfortable at times as we learn and grow, but this is a place where there are no bad questions and ignorance is an opportunity, not an embarrassment. On this blog we encourage and support the intersectional feminist journey of everyone because we understand both knowledge and personal growth are a process that is never completed and ever-evolving.
Top 3 feminist pro-life arguments & how to counter them
Globally, 25% of pregnancies are terminated via abortion. As a result, abortion is an issue that impacts a large portion of the population. Of people who have obtained abortions, they typically cite 2-4 reasons for their choice. These reasons include: Not wanting any additional children…
Why your anti-abortion arguments don’t work
Anti-abortion arguments are flawed for a number of reasons. Admittedly, some of them sound convincing at first glance. However, it’s helpful to examine specifically why they don’t hold water. A common defense I hear from anti-choicers is that the fetus can feel pain….well, 98%+ of…
Question of the Week
Should the internet be selectively censored?
Studies have proven that exposure to certain forms of online content leads to an increased likelihood to dehumanize a specific group of people or even commit violent acts against them. Two significant examples to point to are violent porn and hate crimes. What are your thoughts on online censorship for some types of content? Should censorship exist? If so, who controls it, and to what extent? Can we trust them to remain ethical with this control? If not, how do we justify the harm that comes to people as a result of a lack of censorship? Who would be most negatively impacted and why?
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