sexism

Petruchio, Peterson, and The Taming of the Shrew

The Taming of the Shrew is widely considered a misogynistic play, a relic of a time best forgotten. And while its sexist themes cannot be dismissed, a reimagining is possible and necessary—lest today’s reactionaries get to it first.

#MeToo and the Realities of Power Dynamics in American Society

Power defines nearly all aspects of American society, whether covert or obvious.  It impacts the way in which people behave, shapes workplace environments, and determines relationships between people by granting some power over others who have no choice but to be subordinate.  Historical patterns of domination in this country have put men at the top […]