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Emma Goldman

November 17, 2024

Activist and anarchist philosopher Emma Goldman fought for human liberation in every realm of life.…

Black and white portrait of Emma Goldman, famed anarchist and writer.

Mary Wollstonecraft

May 12, 2024

Mary Wollstonecraft is often labeled as a “liberal feminist” because of her concern for women’s…

Portrait of Mary Wollstonecraft, a prominent 18th-century writer and early feminist.

Margaret Cavendish

March 24, 2024

Margaret Cavendish was a writer of poetry, philosophy, polemics, histories, plays, and utopian fiction. She…

Portrait of Margaret Cavendish, Duchess of Newcastle, with her book, "The Description of a New World.

Im Yunjidang

February 25, 2024

18th-century Korean philosopher Im Yunjidang was the first Confucian to argue for women’s equality in…

Portrait of Im Yunjidang, a Joseon Dynasty noblewoman, wearing traditional Korean hanbok.

Mary Astell

November 19, 2023

Mary Astell (1666–1731) was an English philosopher and writer who advocated for equal rights for…

Portrait of Mary Astell, a 17th-century English writer and feminist philosopher.

Elisabeth of Bohemia

October 22, 2023

Princess Elisabeth of Bohemia (1618–1680) is best known for her correspondence with René Descartes. In her letters,…

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bohemia, a princess known for her philosophical correspondence with René Descartes.

The Changing Face of Feminism

September 20, 2015

Reactions to the word ‘feminist’ today range from staunch rejection or ambivalence to fervent endorsement…

We Can Do It! poster depicting the changing face of feminism.

Philosophy for Children

December 23, 2012

Because of their innocent approach to things, do children make good philosophers?  Or do they…

Thoughtful child pondering "I think therefore I'm five," illustrating philosophy for children.

The Postmodern Family

September 13, 2009

What is a family, and what distinguishes it from other kinds of associations?  Is the…

The cast of Modern Family in white outfits, holding ice cream cones.

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