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February 23rd, 2024
A sermon by Rev. Bobby Leonard, a pastor from North Carolina, has sparked outrage for his controversial statements that women wearing shorts justifies rape because "a man's a man."
Campus Preacher Assaulted Over "Women Belong in the Kitchen" Sign
September 23rd, 2021
Where's the line between free speech and intentional provocation? That's the question many are asking after a campus preacher was allegedly attacked by a student after telling women to get back in the kitchen.
Life Under Sharia Law: Afghan Women, LGBT People Fear for Future
August 19th, 2021
The Taliban are retaking Afghanistan. Many women and homosexuals across the country fear their very lives will be in danger, with women living under the draconian Sharia law, and homosexuals facing the death penalty.
“My Vagina Has to Breathe" – Mormon Women Protest Uncomfortable Temple Garments
July 27th, 2021
The temple garments worn by most Mormons are an important part of their faith, but an increasing number of women are speaking out on the issues they have with the garment. As one said, "my vagina needs to breathe."
Texas Mayor Says Only Men Can Lead Prayer at City Council Meetings
May 23rd, 2020
A Texas mayor sent shockwaves through his community when he said that he'd love more prayer before city council meetings... but only if they're led by men. And he's not backing down from that controversial statement.
Malaysia Tells Women To Wear Makeup and Dress Sexy in Quarantine
April 9th, 2020
The Malaysian government put out some guidelines for how women should look as they quarantine with their spouse. That includes always wearing makeup, dressing in tight-fitting skirts and blouses, and avoiding nagging.
Should Women Have the Right to Become Clergy?
February 14th, 2019
For centuries, the position of clergy was reserved exclusively for men. The rules were pretty simple: men were expected to lead, and women to follow. Is it time for things to change?
Should Islamic Headscarves Be Allowed in Congress?
November 20th, 2018
How do we balance religious freedom with safety, security, and the liberal Western values of a free society? It’s a question Europeans have been struggling with for decades. Now, in the wake of the recent midterm elections, that conversation has begun anew in the United States.
Baptist Leader Under Fire for Coaching Domestic Abuse Victims to Avoid Divorce, "Let God Judge" Abusers
May 10th, 2018
A Baptist church leader has come under fire after old sermons resurfaced revealing backwards views about sexuality, divorce, and domestic abuse. Patterson has only doubled down on his claims and isn't backing down.
Justin Trudeau Wants Us to Ditch "Mankind" in Favor of "Peoplekind"
February 6th, 2018
Justin Trudeau believes it's time to move on from the term "mankind". During an event last week, Trudeau interrupted a young woman in the audience, telling her not to use the term “mankind” and instead say “peoplekind.”
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