disability pride: dispatches from a post-ada world: this in-depth look at the disability community explores how activism, representation, and attitudes have evolved since the americans with disabilities act. through interviews and reportage, it highlights a new generation shaping the future, from autistic self-advocacy to the rise of disability culture in social media, fashion, and entertainment. it also examines ongoing challenges, including systemic ableism in healthcare, institutionalization, and exploitative labor practices. the erasure of nonwhite and lgbtqia+ voices within the movement is addressed, leading to the rise of disability justice. while exposing these injustices, it also showcases the resilience of disabled individuals who continue to fight for equality and recognition. this portrait of a diverse and dynamic community offers a fresh perspective on inclusion and social change.

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ejaculate responsibly: in this timely and compelling book, author gabrielle stanley blair undertakes the task of reframing the debate around abortion away from women's choices and towards men's responsibilities. over the course of 28 brief arguments, blair draws on the science of fertility in order to demonstrate the absurd inequities in reproductive health care. although women are only fertile a relatively small percentage of the time - compared to men who are fertile 100% of the time - virtually all birth control medication is designed to be taken by women. stigmas around condoms (i.e. that they make sex less pleasurable) contribute to the unfair burden placed on women to ensure that they protect themselves from unwanted pregnancies. in ejaculate responsibly, blair puts the task of preventing unwanted pregnancies where it belongs: on the person doing the ejaculating.

a new york magazine 2021 holiday gift guide pick. a mother stitches a few lines of prayer into a bedcover for her son serving in the union army during the civil war. a formerly enslaved african american woman creates a quilt populated by biblical figures alongside celestial events. A quilted lady liberty, george washington and abraham lincoln mark the resignation of richard nixon. these are just a few of the diverse and sometimes hidden stories of the american experience told by quilts and bedcovers from the collection of the museum of fine arts, boston.

spanning more than 400 years, the 58 works of textile art in this book express the personal narratives of their makers and owners and connect to broader stories of global trade, immigration, industry, marginalization, and territorial and cultural expansion.

artists include: faith ringgold, sanford biggers, irene williams, bisa butler, harry tyler, harriet powers, marie d. webster, marguerite zorach, dorothy phillips haagensen, rachel cary george, florence peto, creola pettway, susan hoffman, molly upton, nancy crasco, agusta agustsson, edward larson, michael james, virginia jacobs and carla hemlock.

this compendium presents the rich diversity of themes, ideas, concepts, and emotions surrounding two fundamental and iconic figures of modern mexico: painter frida kahlo and her husband, muralist diego rivera.

more than 300 images from the archives of the museo frida kahlo in mexico city offer readers a glimpse into kahlo’s distinctive wardrobe, the impressive collections of popular and pre-hispanic art she assembled with rivera, her connection with photography, and the history of la casa azul, her beloved blue home that now serves as the museum’s main building. this volume invites readers into frida kahlo’s world, exploring the legacy of an essential figure in 20th-century art and culture, both in her native mexico and around the globe.

frida kahlo (1907–54) began painting at the age of 18 after being immobilized for several months following a bus crash that left her permanently disabled. from then on, art became a profound source of healing and a powerful means of self-expression and cultural exploration. at the center of kahlo’s practice was her deep connection to mexican folk traditions, her committed political beliefs, and her complex relationship with her body, gender, and sexuality. a lifelong activist, kahlo died of a pulmonary embolism after participating in a demonstration against the cia’s invasion of guatemala.

theorists and artists from jack halberstam to peter rehberg consider the fruitful cross-pollination of video, punk, queerness and gender politics

since the 1970s, the medium of video has been closely associated with subcultural and countercultural movements. art and music videos in particular have showed great subversive potential, as artists and musicians use the medium to explore and transgress social norms and gender stereotypes. the essays in this publication consider artistic strategies in the context of the history of punk and its offshoots, combining scholarly opinions from the fields of art history, queer theory, media studies, gender studies, postcolonial studies and cultural studies alongside field reports from the practice of alternative archives and visual essays.

authors include: kathrin dreckmann, marina grzinic, jack halberstam, josefine hetterich, angela mcrobbie, jennifer ramme, peter rehberg, marion schulze, elfi vomberg and katharina wiedlack.

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how not to get arrested at a demonstration (zine): this zine is packed with illustrations, checklists, and researched survival tips for both first-time demonstrators and seasoned activists. whether you're new to the protest scene or just want to brush up on the basics, this practical guide will help you stay safe and avoid unnecessary trouble during your next rally or protest.

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i'm still here: black dignity in a world made for whiteness: growing up black, christian, and female, brown's first encounter with race came when she learned that her parents named her austin so that potential employers might believe she was a white man. spending much of her childhood in majority-white spaces, brown had to learn to love blackness on her own terms, and this memoir takes us along for the journey. by exploring her own childhood and journey to adulthood, brown shows the reader all the ways in which america still does not live up to its stated ideals and reveals how a specific white, middle-class evangelicalism has taken part in this era of rising racial hostility. brown asks us to confront our own apathy, recognize god's ongoing presence in the world, and points to a way away from the seemingly intractable tensions of our time. (this book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)

in praise of difficult women celebrates 29 heroines who dared to break the rules and live life on their own terms. from frida kahlo to carrie fisher, lavern cox to elizabeth taylor, these women refused to shrink themselves or silence their voices. they planted their feet, said "i’ll do what i want, motherfucker," and ran the show. packed with life lessons, this book shows us how we, too, can live up to the legacy of these badass women. (this book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)

from acclaimed author patricia hruby powell comes the story of a landmark civil rights case, told in spare and gorgeous verse. In 1955, in caroline county, virginia, amidst segregation and prejudice, injustice and cruelty, two teenagers fell in love. their life together broke the law, but their determination would change it. richard and mildred loving were at the heart of a supreme court case that legalized marriage between races, and a story of the devoted couple who faced discrimination, fought it, and won.

make your voice heard: send a message with 30 fill-in postcards designed to help you create political change. while signing online petitions and posting on social media are great, nothing beats sending tangible postcards directly to your elected officials. more impactful than an email and harder to ignore than a phone call, these postcards will make your message stand out. remember, these are just the beginning of your participation in democracy, but it's a powerful place to start. (this book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)

mondays not coming by tiffany d. jackson is a gripping, emotionally powerful novel about friendship, loss, and the stories that go unheard. when claudia’s best friend monday suddenly stops showing up to school, no one else seems concerned — but claudia knows something is wrong.

told through a nonlinear timeline, this haunting story pulls readers into a mystery rooted in systemic neglect, grief, and love. jackson’s writing is sharp, compassionate, and impossible to forget, making this a must-read for fans of thought-provoking contemporary fiction.

perfect for readers who appreciate socially conscious storytelling, book club picks, and novels that stay with you long after the final page.

new jim crow: in this eye-opening book, michelle alexander argues that while america may appear to be post-racial, a racial caste system persists, particularly through the criminal justice and prison systems. by exposing how these systems perpetuate segregation and disenfranchisement similar to the pre-civil rights era, alexander provides a sobering critique of modern-day racial inequality. this book is essential reading for those interested in understanding police brutality, prison reform, and social justice movements like black lives matter.

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nice racism: how progressive white people perpetuate racial harm: as a society we are increasingly more aware how racism functions as a system that permeates all of our interactions and social structures. in this book by the author of white fragility, robin diangelo explores how white progressives often cause the most daily harm to people of color. drawing on extensive sociological research and experience, this book identifies common white racial patterns and shows how well-meaning white people often continue to perpetuate racial systems and harm.

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power hungry: women of the black panther party: the black panthers are often credited with forcing the government’s hand on free school meals, thanks to how effectively they used food as a tool for organizing and empowerment. this powerful history centers two women—cleo silvers and aylene quin—who led that charge. despite fbi interference, including firebombing, food sabotage, and labeling free breakfast as a threat to public safety, these women pushed forward, using community meals to build solidarity and resistance. a sharp and necessary look at how food became a battleground for justice. (this book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)

power of nonviolent resistance: selected writing: this collection of writings by mohandas k. gandhi delves into his philosophy of nonviolent civil disobedience, a method that inspired movements worldwide, including martin luther king jr.'s fight for civil rights. gandhi's influence on political resistance was immense, with his ideas contributing to the peaceful expulsion of the british empire from india. this edition, with added context from gandhi scholar tridip suhrud, offers deeper insight into the enduring power of nonviolent resistance. perfect for those interested in the intersections of activism, history, and peace.

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