Monthly Archives: November 2010

GIVEAWAY! Girls to the Front: The True Story of the Riot Grrrl Revolution

Posted on 28 November, 2010 by

Win a copy of this book! The info on how to enter is at the end of the review. I was born and raised in South Texas, about 15 miles from the Mexican border. This area is its own little … Continue reading →

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Keep it classy, Lindt

Posted on 22 November, 2010 by

All of my favorite shows are done for the season, so I rarely watch TV anymore. So I don’t know if this commercial is old or new, but I was thoroughly disgusted when I saw it yesterday: Yeah. TSA strip searches are sooooooo … Continue reading →

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Assholes of the Day

Posted on 17 November, 2010 by

Dear Senators Cornyn and Hutchinson (and all other Senate Republicans), I just wanted to thank you for voting against the Paycheck Fairness Act. Nothing says “fuck you” like voting down a bill meant to help prevent pay discrimination. Signed, Me.

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Review: Good Porn: A Woman’s Guide

Posted on 17 November, 2010 by

*Note: I realize pornography can be a touchy subject in feminist circles (and in general); some feminists feel that feminism and pornography are mutually exclusive. I’m not going to engage any of those arguments in the review (though I do … Continue reading →

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Virgen Art V

Posted on 12 November, 2010 by

Note: The Virgen Art series is definitely one of the most popular features of this blog. I’m working on compiling all of those posts into their own page so that they’re easier to find. If you have any Virgen art … Continue reading →

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Dating advice circa 1938

Posted on 11 November, 2010 by

I was browsing Erika Lust’s twitter feed and came across this link featuring newspaper dating advice from 1938. Three of my favorites: Caption says, “CARELESS WOMEN never appeal to gentlemen. Don’t talk while dancing, for when a man dances he … Continue reading →

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George Takei rules

Posted on 3 November, 2010 by

George Takei, I love you. I mean, I’ve loved you since birth because I grew up on Star Trek, but seriously: this is the greatest thing I’ve seen all week. Live long and prosper, man. You are not a douchebag. … Continue reading →

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