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Women have volunteered to serve time in jail so that a women’s service center can avoid a $500-a-day fine imposed by a judge. The fine would penalize the center for refusing to release records about a teen-age rape victim.
New guidelines for lawmakers and family court judges might make messy child custody proceedings more just–and more amicable–for everyone involved. The emphasis throughout is maintaining existing caretaking roles, a possible boon to many mothers.
The Chicago Tribune’s decision to fire popular columnist Bob Greene for an affair he had with a young female source was the right one. Why are so many journalists coming to his defense? Also, shots fired at activist’s home.
Breast cancer patients are now benefiting from a decade of activism, yet rights vary from state to state and Senate action is needed on insurance coverage for low-income women diagnosed with the disease.
Women fare poorly in court battles over custody, as do children, says a lawyer who now refuses to fight custody battles. She has now joined a small but growing minority of family law lawyers who seek to reduce conflict in custody disputes.
Two Boston management consultants believe that corporate cultures that discourage women may also frustrate the company’s goals. They claim women should target counter-productive norms and push for change through “small wins.”