You really should read this week’s dispatches. Why? They’ve got analysis of the sad double-standard of male and female movie stars in editorials, discussions of porn and some brainy literary discussion. But why should you really read this week’s dispatches? Because one of the articles has a delicious animated gif of Chris Hemsworth.
Liz Lemon gets married and solves ALL our feminist dilemmas having to do with marriage. Not really, but she makes us laugh about it. XX Factor
The XXFactor was pretty awesome last week, so here’s another: single people and weddings. As a single lady who has never been married and who is currently listening to my friend plan her wedding that will cost me around $1,000 to attend (destination”¦ yeah, I resent it), this gives me FEELINGS. XX Factor
Dioramas inspired by 19th century women novelists. Need I say more? The Atlantic
Porn, do you watch it? I personally read it, but then it’s called erotica and for some reason has less baggage. The Gloss
An open letter to Chris Hemsworth about the sad double-standard between male and female celebrities in photo shoots. I only read it for the commentary. I promise. Pajiba
Rookie is here to motivate you and make you give up giving up. I seriously needed this because I am working on making my dreams come true. Rookie Mag
Negative portrayals of Muslims are more popular than positive ones. Colorlines
All my creys! The story of Elizabeth Warren and her beloved dog, Otis. Boston Globe
5 replies on “Dispatches from Ladyblogland: Read Them for the Articles”
No time right now but some of these sound really interesting. I will add Geena Davis’ awesome work on gender imagery in mainstream media to this list.
Hmn, the comments on The Gloss article were … interesting. Very thought provoking articles!
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Also, I totally feel you on being single as friends are getting married. I spent hundreds of dollars on gifts one year.
The Chris Hemsworth article was great. And not just for the gif, though I sure ain’t mad at it!
Bless that .GIF