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Wow. Robert Radin’s story about the troubled life of his sister is hard to put down. It’s tragic and touching and troubling. You should definitely read it.

(via brijit)

Bob Herbert’s column for today (rapidly becoming yesterday) argues that American culture is still sweepingly misogynistic. It’s a point that’s worth giving a minute, even if you disagree heartily.

If there was ever a story that deserved more coverage by the news media, it’s the dark persistence of misogyny in America. Sexism in its myriad destructive forms permeates nearly every aspect of American life. For many men, it’s the true national pastime, much bigger than baseball or football.