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Opinion
Part of our mission to elevate women's voices means featuring our own views and perspectives on news and culture. Here, we're gathering our insights and commentaries on the events and creations that drive our discourse and shape our society. Read on for op-eds that will make you think - and perhaps galvanize you into your own speech, and action.
Aubrey Plaza Pregnancy Renews Old Question: How Long Are Women Expected to Grieve?
The actress is expecting a child. Her ex died by suicide just over a year ago, some noted in response. Society is still not OK with widows moving on, writes Candice Helfand-Rogers.
A Twinkle of Hope Found Amid the Artemis II Crew’s Playlist
Astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft were awakened this week by Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club” – a queer anthem by a queer artist. Dr. Sally Ride would have loved it.
Pam Bondi Reminds Us: Women Can’t Save Themselves By Selling Their Souls
The former AG’s ouster follows years of loyalty to Donald Trump – the latest example of how kowtowing to sexist leaders will only take women so far, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
The U.S. Men’s Hockey Team Reminds Us How Complicit – and Lame – Men Can Be
President Donald Trump invited the team to appear as honored guests at this year’s State of the Union address. They accepted – and that’s the problem, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
It’s 2026, And The President is Telling Women to Smile – to Shut Them Up
It’s an age-old sexist refrain, and the Trump administration is using it to quiet women journalists who ask about the Epstein files, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
What Kehlani and Others Taught Us About Pushing Back at the 2026 Grammys
We don’t usually find inspiration on how to proceed in troubling times at award shows – yet there were lessons to be learned at this year’s Grammys, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
America Becomes a Horror Show
It’s impossible to sugarcoat the violent killings in Minnesota, Sue Williams writes.
Invading a Sovereign Nation Won’t Make People Forget About Epstein
Trump attacked Venezuela and deposed its dictatorial leader – as critical disclosure deadlines around the Epstein files lapsed, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
Maria Shriver: ‘We Deserve So Much Better’ Than Trump’s Antics
The journalist spoke out against the president’s puerile bluster, on full display following Rob Reiner’s violent death, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
The Dangerous Annoyance of Lovely White Women’s Tears
Writer Olivia Nuzzi and student Samantha Fulnecky have been elevated because they enjoy a privilege that can cause real harm, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
These Little Piggies Won’t Be Quiet, Mr. Trump
The president referred to a female reporter as swine for asking Epstein questions. But insults aren’t stopping women from speaking up anymore, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
Megyn Kelly Sold Out Girls to Downplay Epstein’s Crimes. It Helps the President
The conservative pundit chose complicity over courage when she minimized the abuses done by the deceased sex trafficker, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
The Only Planned Parenthood in Manhattan Closed. This is Why You Need to Vote
This now-empty building serves as a physical reminder of what can happen when we sit Election Day out, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
Zohran Mamdani Did Something Men Don’t Do – But They Should
Men are reluctant, at best, to call out their peers for bad behavior. But during the second NYC mayoral debate, Mamdani did precisely that – and made it about more than winning votes.