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Why Can’t I Be You: Charlene Carruthers

“There’s no perfect way to be an organizer.”

— 01/30/2015 Jamia
Supporting Vocals

How to talk about, instead of over, causes you care about.

— 01/16/2015 Malaya Mekonnen
Allied Force

A guide to showing up without getting in the way.

— 01/14/2015 Jamia
Good Work

I thought it was my job to save the world.

— 01/06/2015 Brittany
When the Political Gets Too Personal

Most of our beliefs come from our own experiences—but it’s way too easy to stop there.

— 10/17/2014 Suzy X.
Stand for Something, Part 2

Checking back in with the Justice League.

— 09/17/2014 Sandy and Jamia
Why Can’t I Be You: Rebecca Solnit

The writer and activist on mansplainers, anxiety, and secret Buddhism.

— 09/04/2014 Caitlin D.
Ceci Bastida: Ven (Beautiful)

On crossing all kinds of borders.

— 06/23/2014 Marty Preciado
You Can Be Free: An Interview With Janet Mock

On personal heroes, the enduring coolness of teenagers, and Tracy Flick.

— 05/26/2014 Julianne
Voluntary Information

A primer for do-gooders/Lisa Simpson wannabes.

— 04/03/2014 Anna F.

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