At some point in our lives, we’ve all had to make a choice about where we stand in certain situations. Whether that be political, for a cause we’re passionate about, or for people that we support unconditionally; our choices make us who we are. And for Linda Sarsour, her choices have always been quite clear….
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An Open Letter to Jameela Jamil From a Muslim Girl
Dear Jameela Jamil, Simply put, you’re a badass. I, among so many other women, can’t even begin to say how much I appreciate your rawness and honesty. Being that you have such a huge platform, I commend you greatly for using it to help those who don’t have as much of an opportunity to use…
How Many IDF Soldiers Does It Take to Arrest a Teenage Girl?
An iconic face of Palestinian resistance since 2009 has been that of a little girl, Ahed Tamimi. Raised near Ramallah in the village of Nabi Saleh, Ahed was one of many who marched in weekly protests against the expansion minded Halimish-settlement. Since 2008 settlers have tried to annex private property belonging to the 600 residents of…
This Woman Tackles Iranian Law By Dancing
Throughout history, people have come up with the most creative ways to defy outrageous laws in their countries. There are those that stand in unison, blocking major highways and causing a public fuss. There are those that paint messages on walls, forcing everyone’s attention. There are those that record themselves rebelling, and upload it on…