‘Being a Slut Really Means You Are Untouchable’: On Shame, Power and the Reclamation of Words

‘Rebellion is at the Core of All Friendships’: How Platonic Relationships Detach Us From Capitalism and Patriarchy
Commentary Megan Willis Commentary Megan Willis

‘Rebellion is at the Core of All Friendships’: How Platonic Relationships Detach Us From Capitalism and Patriarchy

Friends encourage us to live our lives beyond our use of the capitalist system. Whether that’s clocking off work early to arrive on time for their birthday dinner or staying out a bit later than we planned and being a little tired at work the next day. Your friends are always up for having fun outside of your existence as a labourer…

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‘Rat Infestations, Mould and Poor Plumbing? Sounds Like a You Problem’: How Landlords Exploit the Inexperienced Position of Student Renters
Commentary Megan Willis Commentary Megan Willis

‘Rat Infestations, Mould and Poor Plumbing? Sounds Like a You Problem’: How Landlords Exploit the Inexperienced Position of Student Renters

The reality is that many students would not fight the faceless authority of the landlord; we are too preoccupied with everything else, or we’re afraid of the power they wield over us, from withholding our deposits post-tenancy to eviction. It is also important to highlight that these issues disproportionately affect working-class students, who are even more vulnerable if their deposit is lost…

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