To The Contrary

We speak with our longtime panelist and CEO of Across Red Lines, Manal Omar, about the current developing situation in Afghanistan. We take a particular focus on the challenges and perils faced by Afghan women.

A lot of parents do not want public schools to teach about LGBT topics. However, some say that gay history and topics should be discussed in a more in depth manner. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Rina Shah, Ann Stone, Siobhan Bennett

Iranians took to the streets to protest against the government in Iran. The treatment of women was one of the most important topics that have sparked the protests. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Nan Hayworth (R-NY), Danielle Moodie, Ruth Conniff

Two women are running to become America's first openly lesbian governors: Maura Healey of Massachusetts and Tina Kotek of Oregon. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Ann Stone, Rina Shah, Erin Matson

EMILY's List hosts the 2014 We Are EMILY Award Celebration honoring Senators Dianne Feinstein and Barbara Boxer as well as the recipient of the Gabrielle Giffords Rising Star Award. To the Contrary speaks with Congressional Candidates Emily Cain of Maine and Mary Rose Wilcox of Arizona and Wisconsin

Is the Supreme Court weakening the wall between church and state?

Two rooms were dedicated to Sens. Barbara Mikulski, D-Md., and Margaret Chase Smith, R-Ma. This marks the first time rooms in the Capitol have been named after women. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Linda Chavez, Genevieve Wood, Lara Brown

With women heading back into the office as the pandemic subsidies, some are opting to retain a more casual dress style, first adopted while working from home. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Genevieve Wood, Erin Matson

According to a new study, young women have closed the gender pay gap in many parts around the country. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC). Rina Shah, Ann Stone, Danielle Moodie

Energy Sec. Jennifer Granholm gives her opinion on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI). Granholm is the former governor of Michigan.

The Oscars this year will be hosted by Regina Hall, Amy Schumer, and Wanda Sykes. Is Hollywood demonstrating how inclusive they are? PANEL: Siobhan "Sam" Bennett, Carrie Lukas, Tiana Lowe, Avis Jones-DeWeever

We speak with Christian F. Nunes, the president of the National Organization for Women, about the role of young activists.

Amala Ekpunobi of Prager talks about her opinions on the Jan. 6 Capitol Attack compared to the George Floyd protests.

Dr. Siobhan Brooks talks about how black women were treated differently compared to white women while working at strip clubs.

The University of Michigan has settled a $490 million lawsuit after 1,000 victims, mostly men, came forward saying they were abused by an employee, Dr. Robert Anderson. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Linda Chavez, Erin Matson, Tiana Lowe

How Singles Are Approaching Relationships During Covid-19

We take a look back at when we interviewed some of Afghanistan's women leaders

We speak w/ Annie Pforzheimer, Fmr. Acting Deputy Assistant Sec. of State for Afghanistan

We speak with Alexis McGill Johnson about the controversial Texas law

Girls do not see themselves as politicians, according to a new study

Data show that young voters could stay home for the midterm

Women-founded startups are making a comeback

A couple spends only 500 dollars on a wedding

Social media has taken Johnny Depp's side

A new book says women should turn down optional work

According to a new study, women who are labeled "emotional" or told to "calm down" are seen as less credible in a disagreement. Men do not experience similar effects. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Fmr. Rep. Nan Hayworth (R-NY), Hilary Rosen; Amala Ekpunobi

We hear ways to listen to more of Prof. Daut's thoughts regarding the Haitian revolution and teaching history in America.

Madonna has hit back at critics who made several negative comments about her appearance, saying their critiques come from a place of sexism and ageism.

Women say they don't want to have kids

A new study shows women can get the big jobs.

The controversial Women's Bill of Rights

We discuss the role of religion in environmentalism

Harassment at work continues to be a problem

Supreme Court decides against LGBTQ

The new Barbie movie opens 64 years after the doll debuted

A new report shows that women are more likely to be in unscripted shows

How anger is perceived differs

Women are having to work multiple jobs to get ahead

Women find more fulfillment in building their businesses than in dating and relationships.

Taylor Swift is Time's Person of the Year for 2023.

First Lady Jill Biden spearheads a White House initiative for Women's Health

We look at two stories in the news

Study finds young people affected by climate anxiety

Advice often given to women about adopting a more assertive communication style is being

Lauren Boebert was cleared of an accusation put forth by her ex husband

U.S. infant mortality up 3% in 2022, first rise in 20+ years.

Mexico is on the brink of electing its first female president.

Ryan Gosling and America Ferrera nominated, Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie snubbed

Suburban women will pivotal in Joe Biden’s Presidential victory in 2024.

Homeland Security agents raid homes of Sean “Diddy” Combs in sex trafficking investigation

To the Contrary explores the trend away from orphanages and towards family reunification

We take a look at Trump's agenda, and why young people are so down on Trump.

Confirmation hearings

Learn the amazing true story of Clara Brown, a former slave who became a philantropist

How Trump's presidency will affect immigrants and refugees, and possible conflicts.

Hillary Clinton's legacy and Donald Trump's task ahead, plus, how women voted.

Interview with Kellyanne Conway and women choosing to "go flat" after cancer surgery

The latest in election news, the rising cost of insurance & new show "Good Girls Revolt"

Early voting patterns among men and women. Addressing gun violence through dance.

President Obama's Cabinet; Women Binge Drinking; Governor Maggie Hassan

Dalia Ziada Interview

The future of ACA and the effects of increased internet use.

The State Department has re-opened its internal review of Clinton's private server

At 2:38 p.m., millions of women to fight for gender equality.

The lessons Eleanor Smeal takes from the election

Predictions that the American electorate are getting browner may have been premature

Is the President mentally stable? Psychologists weigh in.

Democrats fine tune their messaging to the working class

To The Contrary's interview with then Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton.

The Pope, Gays & Women; UN General Assembly; Wadjda

Why women join jihad, the impact of closing clinics & Melane Verveer's new book

To The Contrary was at the Supreme Court

Election 2012 Preview

Mothers fight extremism, contraception & religious liberty, and the power of single women.

The changing face of the American workforce, the cost of equality, and LeeAnne Walters.

Important issues for women, questioning campus culture & the science behind women's bodies

Bernie & Hillary woo black voters, Richie Barnes' new book, and our black heroines.

Women's influence on pres elections, women & the draft, & "Tribal" author Diane Roberts

The gap between boys and girls, Trump's feud with Fox, the amazing story of Rwandan women.

2008 all over again? Women in Hollywood, and why international adoption is down.

Why more women own guns now. Are diversity policies a ruse? And, the power of forgiveness.

Female Islamic scholars says there is nothing in the Koran that treats women unequally.

Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth; Delhi Gang Rape; Falling Birth Rates

More allegations against Trump, and the challenges for Americans with disabilities

Women & Sequester; Marissa Mayer's Yahoo; Rep. Schakowsky

Kids & Guns; Working Women; Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema

Michele Bachmann full interview

9 to 5 No Longer

The American Association of University Women hosts Equal Pay Day 2014 (un)happy hour.

A push for women in politics, the women behind the POTUS & cracking down on deportation.

Trump administration ethics questioned, Warren rallies liberals, political polarization.

Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court? Betsy DeVos as Sec. of Education & Abandoned Families.

Pro-Lifers march in D.C. and President Donald Trump's cabinet consist of mostly white men.