Critics argue that wireless communication is a poor substitute for social interaction, but our wired world gives voice to the quieter half of the population
Society
Take Hate off the Plate
A renowned chef (and fried-chicken fan) responds to Chick-fil-A’s opposition to gay marriage
The Tyranny of the ‘Sexy’ Mom
Have Americans become too obsessed with how women’s bodies do — or don’t — spring back into shape after having a baby?
Rich-People Problems? The Summer of Elite Discontent
Why should one group have a monopoly on meritocracy?
Breaking Bad and the Downfall of the White ‘Anyman’
The sublime show speaks to the anxiety of the modern white American male who is in danger of losing his grip on power
Marissa Mayer: Irrelevant “Superwoman” or Agent of Change?
Mayer faces a unique opportunity to remake her workplace and lead her employees in a great experiment of making Yahoo more family-friendly
Why Birth Control Matters for the American Dream
Unwed mothers are now more likely to slip down the economic ladder than ever before
Smother Mother: Why Intensive Child-Rearing Hurts Parents and Kids
A new study delves into what makes extreme mothers more stressed and depressed
Sorry, Rome, U.S. Catholics Are More like Melinda Gates
Why does the Vatican still condemn birth control when it saves women’s lives and prevents future abortions?
The Bias Against Sports Moms
We love hearing stories about the dedication of the mothers of professional athletes, but God forbid they should actually know something about the sport
What Charlie Sheen Teaches Us About Domestic Violence
The fact that we are still tuning in to watch a celebrity who is also a serial batterer is a sign that we don’t give this issue the seriousness it deserves
Summer Camp: Can It Make Kids More Responsible?
Why interaction within mixed-age groups makes kids more mature
Coming Out In Hip Hop: Frank Ocean’s Powerful Moment
Anderson Cooper’s coming out got more attention, but Frank Ocean’s heralds more social change