Except it wasn’t a myth, read your damn link first (see bolded section below.)

I wouldn’t read too much into that. The Bahrainis kept moving her around, so it’s very possible the Embassy spent a lot of time trying to find her while also getting their hands on the facts on the ground.

The way journalists are treated in many of these countries afflicted by conflict is terrifying. I’m glad the embassy got to Ana Therese Day, and I thank her for her bravery in reporting from the front lines. Let’s also not forget the many local journalists, interpreters, and others who cannot appeal to a powerful home…

Yes! Loved it. Also very depressing.

I think our higher education system is pretty good (or at least attracts a lot of students despite being overpriced). As for our elementary school system...I think we’re failing our kids.

Yeah, that was where I got my inspiration. People are such idiots (self included).

And in other news:

Yup, we only come out in droves for national elections (even then national presidential elections). It’s counterproductive to assume that the race for the White House is the only one that matters. We also need to make it easier to vote since people aren’t going to come out every election or referendum if it means…

#sorrynotsorry

That’s just the evangelical crowd (and even they only hate prostitutes as pimps are simply entrepreneurs).

Ew! Hadn’t thought of that.

I think the answer is easy. Have an orgy with all the GOP candidates so they all leave. You’re welcome America.

Sadly, Republican senators get elected by petulant children so they’re only giving their constituents what they want.

“They’re treated equal,” she said. “I see him in life. He treats women the same as men. he will tell you what’s in his heart, what he thinks, he will not hold it back if you’re a woman. you’re human, a woman or a man, it’s no different.”

So you’re telling me it’s not about a volcano?

tfw a great comedian references my fave feminist blog

I also read a book. It was called 1984. It’s about this guy and his big brother.

Siiiiiiiiiiiiiiggggggggggghhhhhhhhhhhhhh..../gives up ghost

You know, with the right partner in a BDSM scenario...