Led by influential people but experienced by all, the #MeToo movement has become exclusionary in many harmful ways, which in turn is counteracting the progress. A year and a half…
Sexual assault claims rock South Korean skating world
South Korea, “a world leader in speed skating” has recently faced sexual assault claims by female skaters against their male coaches. “We consider the seriousness of violence, and sexual abuse…
#MeToo movement highlights survivors on day of International Women’s March
Coordinators and volunteers spoke out against gender oppression and sexual assault during the #MeToo Speak Out and Women’s March on Saturday, Jan. 19 at Terry D. Schrunk Plaza in Southwest…
Hill to Hall Nov. 13–Nov. 16
Nov. 13: Cause of Woolsey may be nuclear plant, officials say The Safety and Enforcement division of the California Public Utilities Commission is cooperating with state investigators to find the…
Portland State allowed a rapist to go unpunished and nearly ruined my life
By Eden Paul I was raped and assaulted, then forced to participate in a process that tried to steal my dignity and resulted in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and deprived me…
Make time for women
Amid rising political partisanship and the diminishing role of facts and analysis in civic discourse, it’s more important than ever to call out and demand accountability from elected officials who…
Mr. Weinstein Will See You Now
“We know who you are, and we’re not going to allow you to get away with it any longer.” These were the words spoken by Asia Argento at the 2018…
Portland’s Lovecraft Bar sold after owner accused of sexual assault
After a post accusing Lovecraft Bar’s owner of sexual assault and sympathizing with white supremacists traveled across Portland social media, the bar made a public post on Dec. 11, indicating…
This week around the world: Oct. 7–13
Oct. 7 Russia While other world leaders prepared puppies for the 65th birthday of Russian President Vladimir Putin, nearly 300 people were arrested as thousands of Russians protested across 26…
Senators visit PSU to discuss Trump’s sexual assault agenda
Oregon’s top survivor-championing senators joined local activist Brenda Tracy in visiting the Portland State campus on Monday, Oct. 9 to talk about sexual violence prevention and education. Sen. Ron Wyden…
A response to Slutwalk Portland
The Slutwalk: a new tradition featuring a brazen display of unabashed sexuality and freedom. Wonderful, right? Women should be free to do what they wish with their bodies, wherever and…