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Teen Calls Out Ableism as Discrimination

By: Anna Landre | July 20, 2016

Teen Anna Landre has felt more discrimination from ableism than from sexism. This story is part of Teen Voices’ Girl Fuse series, featuring stories by and about girls with disabilities.

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Teen Calls Out ‘Me Before You’ Movie as Offensive, Belittling

By: Sylvia Colt-Lacayo | June 15, 2016

To those who rely on wheelchairs and helpers, “Me Before You” is more than just a PG-13 romantic comedy. This story is part of Teen Voices’ Girl Fuse series, featuring stories by and about girls with disabilities.

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Movie Reviews: ‘The Fits’ Is a Stunning First Feature

By: Jennifer Merin (WeNews film critic) | June 3, 2016

This week also brings us “Honeyglue,” an unusual love story that will stick with you. Another must-see is “Love, Sweat and Tears,” a documentary about the doctor determined to end the stigma that still clings to menopause.

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