Daily Archives: 24 September, 2009

The Dalai Lama is a Feminist

via Feminist Law Professors During his closing remarks at the International Freedom Award Ceremony in Memphis, TN yesterday, the Dalai Lama stated: “I call myself a feminist.  Isn’t that what you call someone who fights for women’s rights? … Whether … Continue reading

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Verguenza (Shame)

An excerpt from “La Prieta,” an essay in This Bridge Called My Back By Gloria Anzaldúa Over the years, the confines of farm and ranch life began to chafe.  The traditional role of la mujer was a saddle I did … Continue reading

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