Mady Morneault, Lauryn Ott, Anna Sweeney — Turning Anger to Action
After a turbulent year, Mady Morneault, Lauryn Ott and Anna Sweeney share their trials and triumphs and reflect on their new perspectives.
Browsing: Politics
[Op-Ed] Texas Passes the “Heartbeat Bill”: The Medical Community Reacts
SB 8, aka the “Heartbeat Bill,” officially went into effect Sept. 1, 2021. In this op-ed, medical professionals react to the restrictive anti-abortion bill.
Baptized By Fire — Women’s March Austin Rally
On Saturday, Oct. 17, the Austin chapter of national equal-rights organization Women’s March hosted a rally to honor the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg.
Integrity Has No Party: The Texas 2020 Voter Guide
Don’t go into the booth blind. Here’s why you should check out The Texas 2020 Voter Guide before filling out your ballot.
The League of Women Voters: Defending Democracy
The League of Women Voters empowers voters and defends democracy through resources and education. In 2020, education is more crucial than ever.
Intersex Awareness: Change Your Hearts, Not Our Parts
Alicia Weigel, intersex activist and establisher of Austin’s Intersex Awareness Day, talks about her fight to make a place for Austin’s intersex community.
Fanning the Flames of Justice
Delia Garza, city council member and county attorney, is ablaze with plans to change the…
Tribute: Call Her Lady Justice
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a giant who lived her life to uphold justice for all.
Breonna Taylor: An Open Letter from the Editor
Breonna Taylor is dead. And the courts have ruled no one will be held responsible. The Austin Woman managing editor pens an open letter about the situation.
We Are Vanessa Guillén
Bertha Rendon, founder of Arte Texas, lead 500 Austinites to raise their voices for justice for Army Spc.Vanessa Guillén and all victims of sexual assault.